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YLZ 5242

2010 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,607 mi
Last recorded157,607 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini Cooper D76,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 5242
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2025 157,607 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 150,303 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2022 142,105 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 134,692 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 128,620 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 123,647 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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YLZ 5242 is a 2010 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 76,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLZ 5242, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 16 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YLZ 5242 registered?

YLZ 5242 is a 2010 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 January 2010.

Is YLZ 5242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLZ 5242 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLZ 5242 have outstanding finance?

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