2010 MINI Cooper 1.6L Diesel · MU53 WAL
2010 MINI Cooper (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 145,856 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI COOPER
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,856 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MU53 WAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 145,856 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MU53 WAL MOT History
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 2010 Mini Cooper (MU53 WAL) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 March 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 (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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.
MU53 WAL Mileage History
- 10/02/2023108,035 mi
- 28/03/2024122,630 mi+14,595 mi
- 28/03/2024122,630 mi
- 03/03/2025134,007 mi+11,377 mi
- 05/03/2026145,856 mi+11,849 mi
Average of roughly 12,346 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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