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BV59 LYX

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,183 mi
Last recorded58,183 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 LYX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 58,183 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear shockers corroded

Fail 7 Apr 2026 58,182 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear shockers corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2025 54,717 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 54,717 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 53,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on 5mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on 5 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 51,389 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 48,974 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 47,058 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 45,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 34,700 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 34,700 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 25,393 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 21,389 miles

Rear tyres 2 mm

Pass 4 Feb 2016 17,045 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 14,882 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 12,338 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2012 10,106 miles

Front wipers split

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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BV59 LYX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BV59 LYX, 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 BV59 LYX registered?

BV59 LYX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 8 September 2009.

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