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RO59 KWZ

2009 Mini First

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,725 mi
Last recorded104,725 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 KWZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 104,725 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine temp starting to go high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 104,725 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine temp starting to go high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 May 2024 98,757 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 93,717 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 93,717 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 86,739 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 86,734 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 2 Jul 2019 80,176 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 80,176 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 71,577 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jun 2017 65,681 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 58,574 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 47,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 47,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 39,515 miles

rear inner brake pads getting low

Pass 7 Sep 2013 33,631 miles

slight play in N/S/F inner steering arm

Pass 14 Sep 2012 26,119 miles

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

front brake dsics worn

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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RO59 KWZ is a 2009 Mini First in White 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 RO59 KWZ, 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

How do I check the history of RO59 KWZ?

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What year was RO59 KWZ registered?

RO59 KWZ is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is RO59 KWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 KWZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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