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CU59 MRX

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

74,016 mi
Last recorded74,016 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 MRX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 74,016 miles

Centre stop light in-op

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 68,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 64,359 miles

Centre stop light in-op

Coolant leak ()

Nearside front tyre inner sidewall cut

Pass 24 Jun 2022 61,189 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 58,278 miles

Center stop light in-op

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 55,642 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2020 55,642 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 55,260 miles

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Jun 2018 45,529 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/s - OK - suspect brake bind!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 45,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/s - OK - suspect brake bind!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 36,880 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 36,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 31,126 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 24,369 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wheel rims slightly distorted

engine management light on

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low 3mm

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 7 Apr 2015 24,346 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wheel rims slightly distorted

engine management light on

n/s/r tyre tread wearing low 3mm

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 8 Apr 2014 20,208 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2014 20,208 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 14,249 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,148 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 13,148 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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CU59 MRX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CU59 MRX, 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 CU59 MRX registered?

CU59 MRX is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 November 2009.

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