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SK54 LAR

2010 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,185 mi
Last recorded147,185 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R57)55,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK54 LAR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2025 147,185 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

DPF fault indicated on instrument panel

Front Front bumper outriggers corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear crossmember corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2024 141,158 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 140,884 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Fuel hose leaking filler neck leaking diesel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2023 123,150 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 108,294 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 97,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on front and rear subframe

Fail 22 Jan 2021 97,121 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on front and rear subframe

Pass 19 Jul 2019 84,779 miles

all over surface rust

Pass 17 Jul 2018 72,852 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 61,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre has cut in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 61,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre has cut in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 56,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 46,804 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 36,952 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 27,776 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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SK54 LAR is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2010 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 55,108 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK54 LAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 16 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SK54 LAR is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 25 November 2010.

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