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YE59 MWG

2009 Mini Cooper Graphite

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,595 mi
Last recorded111,595 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Cooper Graphite48,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 MWG
MakeMini
ModelCooper Graphite
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 111,595 miles

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

nsf inner tie rod has slight play

Fail 6 Mar 2026 111,595 miles

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

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

nsf inner tie rod has slight play

Fail 22 Dec 2025 111,570 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 99,578 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 96,763 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 88,331 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 88,331 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 83,885 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.75mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 76,032 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 67,289 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 51,536 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 47,073 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 43,483 miles

Heavy corrosion on surface of rear brake discs

Pass 21 Dec 2015 42,921 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2015 42,921 miles

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

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2014 39,890 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 35,494 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 28,663 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on very edges

nearside rear tyres starting to step

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Graphite?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
4,373
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
brake binding 4
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YE59 MWG is a 2009 Mini Cooper Graphite in Grey 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 Graphite models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 48,740 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 Graphite fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE59 MWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was YE59 MWG registered?

YE59 MWG is a 2009 Mini Cooper Graphite, first registered on 21 November 2009.

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