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VA59 BZY

2010 Mini First

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

73,593 mi
Last recorded73,593 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini First56,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA59 BZY
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 73,593 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 71,378 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 69,961 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

N/S/F + N/S/R tyre side walls perished

Pass 14 Sep 2022 66,074 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 62,131 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 62,131 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 58,059 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,749 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 56,460 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 54,016 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 47,214 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed Advise replacemment (5.2.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 42,597 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 32,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 22,386 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 12,558 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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VA59 BZY is a 2010 Mini First in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 VA59 BZY, 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

How do I check the history of VA59 BZY?

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What year was VA59 BZY registered?

VA59 BZY is a 2010 Mini First, first registered on 10 February 2010.

Is VA59 BZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA59 BZY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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