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RJ59 HBN

2009 Mini First

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,242 mi
Last recorded98,242 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 HBN
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 98,242 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 98,242 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 97,112 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 96,498 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 95,722 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 94,847 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 94,847 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 93,633 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 93,272 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 93,272 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 92,537 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 84,863 miles

Both front wipers are in poor condition

Coolant leak Water pump area ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Oct 2016 73,336 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2015 58,889 miles

front tyres perished and wearing low

Pass 30 Oct 2014 49,028 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 1 Oct 2013 37,370 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Nov 2012 29,511 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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RJ59 HBN is a 2009 Mini First in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 RJ59 HBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ59 HBN registered?

RJ59 HBN is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 28 November 2009.

Is RJ59 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ59 HBN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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