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VA10 CMU

2010 Mini Mini (R57)

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,304 mi
Last recorded47,304 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R57)55,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA10 CMU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 47,304 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 45,992 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 44,492 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 44,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjuster inop (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 42,920 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 42,217 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 41,254 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 39,740 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 38,385 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 34,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Cracking Tread Wall

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Sep 2016 26,530 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre both rear tyres have nails in,both perished ()

engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2015 15,810 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 15,699 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside rear tyre perrishing

Offside rear tyre perrishing

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 13,995 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 11,686 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 11,686 miles

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

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

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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VA10 CMU is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57) in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VA10 CMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA10 CMU?

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What year was VA10 CMU registered?

VA10 CMU is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 4 August 2010.

Is VA10 CMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA10 CMU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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