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VK09 ZBX

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,500 mi
Last recorded58,500 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 ZBX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 58,500 miles

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2025 56,915 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 56,860 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

brake pad warning light on

Fail 26 Mar 2024 56,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 1 Dec 2022 55,518 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside 2.5mm offside 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 55,512 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside 2.5mm offside 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 52,268 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi join (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 52,142 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position keeps opening itself electronically on its own (6.2.1 (e))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi join (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 49,540 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 49,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 47,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 44,134 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 44,129 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 40,975 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 37,930 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 26,846 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 26,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 23,354 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 18,200 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 16,331 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,100 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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VK09 ZBX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VK09 ZBX, 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 VK09 ZBX registered?

VK09 ZBX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 25 June 2009.

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