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PN60 VHJ

2010 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,089 mi
Last recorded98,089 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini First56,976 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN60 VHJ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 98,089 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 98,081 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2024 93,099 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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 1 Mar 2023 88,096 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 81,252 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 81,251 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding possible caliper fault (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad on metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2021 72,293 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 72,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 61,486 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 57,064 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 54,691 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 46,610 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 46,610 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 39,109 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 30,884 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 23,575 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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PN60 VHJ is a 2010 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PN60 VHJ, 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 PN60 VHJ registered?

PN60 VHJ is a 2010 Mini First, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is PN60 VHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN60 VHJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PN60 VHJ have outstanding finance?

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