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VHZ 3531

2009 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,993 mi
Last recorded130,993 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHZ 3531
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 130,993 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 129,837 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2023 129,147 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 128,411 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 120,052 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 114,758 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 108,259 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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VHZ 3531 is a 2009 Mini First in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VHZ 3531, 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 VHZ 3531?

You can check the full history of VHZ 3531 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VHZ 3531 registered?

VHZ 3531 is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is VHZ 3531 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHZ 3531 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VHZ 3531 have outstanding finance?

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