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TRZ 3394

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

119,381 mi
Last recorded119,381 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRZ 3394
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 119,381 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front and rear under body/components surface corrosion

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2026 119,378 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front and rear under body/components surface corrosion

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 19 Feb 2024 103,558 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 95,774 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement w/bone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Feb 2023 95,774 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement w/bone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 92,481 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 90,893 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 88,528 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 88,526 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 78,539 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 78,538 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 71,493 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 61,862 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 52,845 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 40,675 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 31 May 2013 39,102 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 28,155 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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TRZ 3394 is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 51,461 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 TRZ 3394, 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 17 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 TRZ 3394 registered?

TRZ 3394 is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 14 June 2009.

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