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HV10 YKS

2010 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,218 mi
Last recorded118,218 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Mini First56,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV10 YKS
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 118,218 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 118,218 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 116,891 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 115,587 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 14 Sep 2023 115,587 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe repaired to washer jet (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 110,728 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 101,817 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2021 101,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 97,074 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2019 90,607 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 81,834 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2017 74,257 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 4 Jun 2016 62,527 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 50,174 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 50,174 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Pass 22 May 2014 40,247 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 29,160 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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HV10 YKS is a 2010 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 HV10 YKS, 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.

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What year was HV10 YKS registered?

HV10 YKS is a 2010 Mini First, first registered on 29 April 2010.

Is HV10 YKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV10 YKS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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