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CV56 YEC

2006 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

102,018 mi
Last recorded102,018 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini (R57)56,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 YEC
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 102,018 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))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 102,018 miles

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 100,221 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 97,987 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 97,987 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 95,183 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2022 95,183 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 92,062 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 89,118 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 87,082 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play where column joins uj (2.3 (a) (i))

full undertray covering all testable items on floor pan

Pass 7 Dec 2018 84,182 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 81,987 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2017 81,987 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 77,742 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 72,549 miles

Offside Rear brake warning sensor not fitted to brake pad

Fail 5 Nov 2015 72,498 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake warning sensor not fitted to brake pad

Pass 11 Nov 2014 67,603 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

horn sounds harsh

n/s/f brake back plate rusty

Pass 16 Jun 2014 65,155 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 57,513 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 50,207 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 22 Nov 2011 47,508 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 42,059 miles

D/s/r tyre is deformed.

Fail 23 Nov 2010 42,059 miles

D/s/r tyre is deformed.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 32,933 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 32,933 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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CV56 YEC is a 2006 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 56,860 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 CV56 YEC, 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 20 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CV56 YEC is a 2006 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 December 2006.

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