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YLZ 1203

2009 Mini First

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,775 mi
Last recorded66,775 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLZ 1203
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 66,775 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 58,917 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 56,136 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 56,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 52,830 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 52,823 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 51,867 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 48,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/65 r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

TPMS shows a puncture

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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YLZ 1203 is a 2009 Mini First in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YLZ 1203, 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 YLZ 1203?

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What year was YLZ 1203 registered?

YLZ 1203 is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is YLZ 1203 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLZ 1203 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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