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AO59 DFF

2009 Mini First

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,755 mi
Last recorded72,755 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 DFF
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 72,755 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 69,747 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 66,551 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 66,549 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 62,602 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 62,602 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 59,078 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc inner corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 56,671 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 52,248 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 52,248 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened disc badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2018 45,710 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 40,390 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 34,785 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 29,472 miles

wiper blades slightly split

Pass 29 Aug 2014 22,573 miles

front wipers clearing screen but split on ends.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 15,127 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 9,754 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 9,754 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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AO59 DFF is a 2009 Mini First in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 57,214 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO59 DFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO59 DFF registered?

AO59 DFF is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is AO59 DFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 DFF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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