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SM03 FUN

2010 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,909 mi
Last recorded90,909 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R57)55,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 FUN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 90,909 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 90,909 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 90,846 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 90,846 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 83,394 miles

advise osr brake pad sensor wire not fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2023 83,394 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

advise osr brake pad sensor wire not fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2022 74,416 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 74,416 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 67,529 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 60,814 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 60,814 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2019 54,539 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 54,214 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 48,212 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,140 miles

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

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

both nearside tyres cracking in sidewalls on inside

Pass 1 Apr 2015 24,396 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 22,725 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 18,387 miles

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

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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SM03 FUN is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SM03 FUN, 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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What year was SM03 FUN registered?

SM03 FUN is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is SM03 FUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 FUN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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