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2007 MINI 1.6L Diesel · YF57 AAO

YF57 AAO

2007 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29/11/2007. Recorded mileage 170,678 miles. MOT valid until 06/07/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
MINI MINI
Year / Origin
2007 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06/07/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
170,678 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06/07/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2007
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent MOT data. In the test conducted on 6 June 2025, the car passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a trend of clean passes in May 2024, 2023, and 2022, indicating that the vehicle has not suffered recorded mechanical or structural failures during the last four testing cycles. At 163,882 miles, the 19-year-old vehicle has averaged approximately 8,625 miles per year. This usage pattern aligns with typical annual mileage for a car of this age, suggesting consistent operation rather than extreme use or prolonged neglect. The record shows regular annual testing, with tests performed roughly eleven to twelve months apart, which provides a consistent data set for evaluating the vehicle's condition over time. While the digital record shows no active advisories, an in-person inspection must focus on the common wear points for a high-mileage MINI model. A buyer should specifically examine the suspension components, including rubber bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue, as these often degrade at this mileage bracket. Additionally, checking the chassis for structural corrosion and verifying the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding is necessary, as the MOT only assesses these components when they reach failure thresholds. Buying score: 72 Risk level: Low.

YF57 AAO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
  • 170,678 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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YF57 AAO Mileage History

  1. 26/05/2023159,555 mi
  2. 31/05/2024161,433 mi+1,878 mi
  3. 06/06/2025163,882 mi+2,449 mi
  4. 30/06/2026170,589 mi+6,707 mi
  5. 08/07/2026170,678 mi+89 mi

Average of roughly 3,568 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YF57 AAO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 19:29
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Mini Mini (YF57 AAO) between May 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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