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FM10 AEL

2010 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,653 mi
Last recorded59,653 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2010 Mini First56,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM10 AEL
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 59,653 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 54,281 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 50,466 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 48,675 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 45,769 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 45,768 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 42,947 miles

Offside Rear Punctured.

Pass 10 Feb 2017 39,661 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2016 36,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65r15-84h (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65r15-84h (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 32,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 32,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 26,762 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 26,762 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 22,981 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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FM10 AEL is a 2010 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2010 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 56,976 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FM10 AEL, 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 16 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 FM10 AEL registered?

FM10 AEL is a 2010 Mini First, first registered on 30 July 2010.

Is FM10 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM10 AEL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM10 AEL have outstanding finance?

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