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PNZ 8161

2011 Mini First

White Other 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,448 mi
Last recorded161,448 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNZ 8161
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 161,448 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 117,198 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 116,954 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2023 110,416 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 99,427 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2019 83,424 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 77,603 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 65,542 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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PNZ 8161 is a 2011 Mini First in White with a 1,600cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PNZ 8161, 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 PNZ 8161?

You can check the full history of PNZ 8161 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PNZ 8161 registered?

PNZ 8161 is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is PNZ 8161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNZ 8161 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PNZ 8161 have outstanding finance?

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