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WJ59 ZYE

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,429 mi
Last recorded99,429 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 ZYE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 99,429 miles

Front Lower bumper slight damage

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2023 99,424 miles

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

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

Front Lower bumper slight damage

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2022 90,180 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 86,540 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 83,498 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack End (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 68,916 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 58,807 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 50,476 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 46,924 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 40,771 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake disc's worn advise

rear brake disc's lipped and corroded advise

Pass 10 Jul 2014 34,890 miles

front and rear brake disc's slightly worn and slightly corroded advise

Pass 1 Aug 2013 28,839 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 21,859 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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WJ59 ZYE is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WJ59 ZYE, 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 WJ59 ZYE registered?

WJ59 ZYE is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 23 September 2009.

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