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W14 CAT

2010 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,748 mi
Last recorded12,748 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Mini Mini (R57)55,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW14 CAT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 12,748 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 12,600 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 12,119 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 12,119 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 11,710 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 11,451 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 11,189 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 10,801 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 10,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 9,579 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 8,274 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2016 8,274 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 6,415 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 5,168 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 5,168 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 3,870 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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W14 CAT is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 W14 CAT, 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 W14 CAT registered?

W14 CAT is a 2010 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 7 July 2010.

Is W14 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W14 CAT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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