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YF09 VXC

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,113 mi
Last recorded105,113 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 VXC
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 105,113 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2024 103,054 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 100,505 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 100,505 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 100,500 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 93,423 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 93,423 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 82,036 miles

n/s/f tyre 3mm

o/s/f tyre 3mm

oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2020 72,685 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 72,685 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 61,928 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front flexi brake hose fouling strut on a lock and needs attention as starting to cause damage

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Front brake pipe outer coating starting to swell by flexi brake hose indicating corrosion starting to take place-may need further investigation

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

Fail 25 Mar 2019 61,928 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front flexi brake hose fouling strut on a lock and needs attention as starting to cause damage

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Front brake pipe outer coating starting to swell by flexi brake hose indicating corrosion starting to take place-may need further investigation

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,662 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 45,198 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 38,603 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 38,136 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Offside front tyre valve starting to perish

Slight judder on wiper blades

Unofficial sticker in swept area of screen

Pass 2 Mar 2015 34,124 miles

front wipers are starting to tear at the ends

Fail 2 Mar 2015 34,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wipers are starting to tear at the ends

Pass 3 Mar 2014 28,409 miles

key battery warning on dash

n/s inner front brake pad worn advise wheel off inspection to confirm

Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,837 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 20,699 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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YF09 VXC is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YF09 VXC, 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 YF09 VXC registered?

YF09 VXC is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 June 2009.

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The MOT history for YF09 VXC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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