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RF09 NHJ

2009 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,148 mi
Last recorded97,148 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Mini Mini (R57)51,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF09 NHJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 97,148 miles

reverse light not working

Pass 11 Jan 2023 89,802 miles

reversing light not working

Fail 9 Jan 2023 89,785 miles

Emissions not tested engine running fault (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

reversing light not working

Pass 24 Jan 2022 82,808 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 82,634 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 82,634 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 78,252 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 78,252 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 73,901 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 68,094 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 61,700 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 54,989 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 49,775 miles

Nearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

Pass 10 Jul 2014 40,634 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 34,590 miles

Minor leak from gbox outr put seal

Pass 6 Jul 2012 25,870 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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RF09 NHJ is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 51,461 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF09 NHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF09 NHJ registered?

RF09 NHJ is a 2009 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 13 July 2009.

Is RF09 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF09 NHJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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