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DE09 AWU

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

107,952 mi
Last recorded107,952 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 AWU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 107,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 105,497 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 101,640 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 92,836 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2022 86,414 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 83,227 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2021 83,227 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 79,943 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 79,943 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 73,450 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 73,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 67,244 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 60,097 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 58,262 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 52,071 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 43,355 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,947 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 17,859 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 14,756 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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DE09 AWU is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DE09 AWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE09 AWU registered?

DE09 AWU is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DE09 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 AWU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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