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VU11 XUL

2011 Mini First

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,364 mi
Last recorded79,364 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU11 XUL
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 79,364 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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 19 Mar 2025 74,255 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blades (3.4 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 19 Mar 2024 68,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 62,387 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 58,897 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2022 58,897 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 55,965 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 54,648 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 51,463 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 45,882 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear nearside and offside tries slightly perished

Pass 1 Mar 2016 34,185 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 28,408 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 26,098 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2014 26,098 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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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VU11 XUL is a 2011 Mini First in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 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 VU11 XUL, 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 15 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 VU11 XUL?

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What year was VU11 XUL registered?

VU11 XUL is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 25 August 2011.

Is VU11 XUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU11 XUL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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