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YR09 OYK

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

76,491 mi
Last recorded76,491 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 OYK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 76,491 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 72,190 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 67,319 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 66,472 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 61,468 miles

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 5 Mar 2020 59,277 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 54,087 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jul 2018 50,958 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 46,419 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,764 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 41,764 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 41,227 miles

front tyres slightly perished/cracking

Pass 19 Mar 2015 38,513 miles

front tyres slightly perished/cracking

Pass 25 Mar 2014 35,830 miles

Both rear tyres cracking/perished

Fail 3 Apr 2013 33,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres slightly perished

trailer socket present - not working (no towbar or brackets fitted)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 33,047 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres slightly perished

trailer socket present - not working (no towbar or brackets fitted)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,048 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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YR09 OYK is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YR09 OYK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR09 OYK registered?

YR09 OYK is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is YR09 OYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR09 OYK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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