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YC09 ULF

2009 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,466 mi
Last recorded63,466 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Cooper Auto41,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC09 ULF
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 63,466 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 63,466 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 57,311 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 49,540 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 49,539 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 11 Apr 2023 42,618 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2023 42,618 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 35,797 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 30,115 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 28,801 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 26,805 miles

Offside Front Body has damage

Pass 12 Apr 2018 23,910 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,171 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 20,917 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 18,808 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,133 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 14,341 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 31 Jul 2012 14,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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YC09 ULF is a 2009 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 41,663 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 Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC09 ULF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC09 ULF registered?

YC09 ULF is a 2009 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 3 August 2009.

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