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AE09 LLA

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,854 mi
Last recorded75,854 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE09 LLA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 75,854 miles

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

Nearside Front abs wire hanging loose

Pass 22 Mar 2025 73,487 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2024 70,187 miles

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

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

Rear pad sensor not fitted to the pads

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2024 70,187 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear pad sensor not fitted to the pads

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 67,544 miles

fuel cap seal cracked slightly

Pass 5 Apr 2022 62,038 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 57,441 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 50,783 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 41,330 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 41,323 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 30,395 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 30,395 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2013 28,322 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 17,053 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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AE09 LLA is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AE09 LLA, 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 AE09 LLA registered?

AE09 LLA is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is AE09 LLA safe to buy?

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