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KR09 NEN

2009 Mini First

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

93,801 mi
Last recorded93,801 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 NEN
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2025 93,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 86,969 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 86,967 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 86,963 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 79,147 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 71,918 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 70,087 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 68,306 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 63,173 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 63,173 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 59,389 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 54,094 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 50,777 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 46,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 46,126 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 39,051 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 34,537 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KR09 NEN is a 2009 Mini First in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 KR09 NEN, 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.

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What year was KR09 NEN registered?

KR09 NEN is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 13 August 2009.

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