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AV09 WUP

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,048 mi
Last recorded109,048 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 WUP
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 109,048 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 104,642 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2025 104,642 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 103,185 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 103,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/65/15 Also badly worn edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2023 100,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/15 WORN EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2023 100,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/15 WORN EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 98,759 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 98,759 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 91,471 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 91,471 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 85,102 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front clamp damaged (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 2mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2020 85,102 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front clamp damaged (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 2mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 76,279 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 72,408 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

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

both rear tyres perishing

both rear tyres slightly out off shape

Pass 17 Feb 2017 39,089 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 44,888 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 41,360 miles

All tyres cracking on sidewalls.

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 37,962 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 34,591 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 30,631 miles

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

o/s/r disc inner face slighly corroded

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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AV09 WUP 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 AV09 WUP, 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 AV09 WUP registered?

AV09 WUP is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 20 August 2009.

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