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YT57 VMJ

2007 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,043 mi
Last recorded63,043 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Mini Mini (R57)53,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT57 VMJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 63,043 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 52,724 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2023 52,724 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 52,363 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 52,363 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 50,356 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 47,687 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 46,054 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone B less then 40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp Up to 1/2 not functioning

Offside Rear stop lamp Up to 1/2 not functioning

Pass 13 Feb 2017 42,500 miles

Front disc slightly worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 40,186 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 37,782 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,084 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 33,237 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,202 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 22,632 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 16,752 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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YT57 VMJ is a 2007 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2007 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 53,634 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 YT57 VMJ, 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 19 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 YT57 VMJ registered?

YT57 VMJ is a 2007 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 September 2007.

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