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YC59 XDL

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,622 mi
Last recorded99,622 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 XDL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2023 99,622 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small exhaust leak at front (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear play in top mount

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear play in top mount

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning top half not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

tpms fault light on

Pass 8 Aug 2022 96,229 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

knocking noise from front suspension when driven but no fault found during inspection

Pass 16 Aug 2021 92,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ( Inner sidewall of the tyre. ) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2021 92,333 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 87,617 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front suspension strut top mounting deteriorated (rubber top mount)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front suspension strut top mounting deteriorated (rubber top mount)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Radiator support damaged / front crash panel damaged /front lower bumper section loose

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 81,973 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 73,147 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 62,090 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 51,141 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,094 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 34,002 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 25,582 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 25,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YC59 XDL is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YC59 XDL, 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 YC59 XDL registered?

YC59 XDL is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 14 December 2009.

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