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HFZ 5285

2011 Mini First

White Other 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,394 mi
Last recorded86,394 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 5285
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 86,394 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 73,636 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 73,221 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 61,067 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 52,274 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2021 49,607 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2019 47,835 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 47,166 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 46,428 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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HFZ 5285 is a 2011 Mini First in White with a 1,600cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 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 HFZ 5285, 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 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFZ 5285?

You can check the full history of HFZ 5285 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HFZ 5285 registered?

HFZ 5285 is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is HFZ 5285 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 5285 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFZ 5285 have outstanding finance?

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