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AV59 EBU

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,311 mi
Last recorded48,311 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 EBU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 48,311 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 48,311 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 46,567 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 44,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 43,169 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 43,169 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 41,468 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 40,359 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 39,103 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 39,089 miles

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))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 36,619 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 33,991 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 31,669 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 26,827 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 24,123 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 21,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sticker offside top w/screen

Fail 20 Aug 2012 18,905 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on both edges

Pass 20 Aug 2012 18,905 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on both edges

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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AV59 EBU is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AV59 EBU, 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 AV59 EBU registered?

AV59 EBU is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is AV59 EBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 EBU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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