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YK09 OEL

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

76,366 mi
Last recorded76,366 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 OEL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 76,366 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 76,188 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

both front suspension arms corroded

both suspension sub-frames corroded

n/s/f and both rear brake discs corroded

n/s/r tyre perishing

rear shocks and springs corroded

underside of vehicle body corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2023 74,535 miles

front sub frame corroded

rear sub frame corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2023 74,535 miles

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

front sub frame corroded

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2022 72,333 miles

both front tyres worn to 3mm and worn at edges

both rear coil springs corroded

both sub-frames corroded

fuel cap seal becoming badly deteriorated

vehicle becoming corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2022 72,333 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

both front tyres worn to 3mm and worn at edges

both rear coil springs corroded

both sub-frames corroded

fuel cap seal becoming badly deteriorated

o/s/r brake pads and discs show signs of over heating

vehicle becoming corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2021 70,775 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 67,535 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 65,095 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 62,263 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 55,446 miles

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Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 49,878 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 49,878 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 43,372 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Apr 2014 36,140 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil on min level

Fail 13 Apr 2013 28,847 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 28,847 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 21,449 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 21,449 miles

Nearside 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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YK09 OEL is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YK09 OEL, 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 YK09 OEL registered?

YK09 OEL is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 5 May 2009.

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