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D2 VAW

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

76,317 mi
Last recorded76,317 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD2 VAW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 76,317 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 76,317 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 71,832 miles

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 67,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Jul 2022 63,115 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Jul 2021 58,789 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 4 Jul 2020 54,075 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 49,833 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 6 Jul 2018 45,445 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 41,885 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 36,784 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 30,473 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 24,782 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 20,166 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 18,045 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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D2 VAW is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D2 VAW, 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 D2 VAW registered?

D2 VAW is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is D2 VAW safe to buy?

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