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DA09 ZGZ

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

93,011 mi
Last recorded93,011 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 ZGZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 93,011 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 92,998 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Central exhaust resting on body brace

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 90,108 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 86,401 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 86,185 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 86,183 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 85,539 miles

General underbody corrosion

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 84,642 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 79,714 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 69,902 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 62,001 miles

Both front brake discs deteriorating

O/S front tyre worn close to limit and devoid of tread on outer edge

Fail 8 May 2017 62,001 miles

Both front brake discs deteriorating

O/S front tyre worn close to limit and devoid of tread on outer edge

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working Same bulb as stop light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 May 2016 54,962 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 16 May 2016 54,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 48,272 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jul 2014 38,792 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,975 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 29,975 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 20,510 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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DA09 ZGZ is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DA09 ZGZ, 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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DA09 ZGZ is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 4 August 2009.

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