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NL10 TFN

2010 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,385 mi
Last recorded48,385 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Mini First56,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL10 TFN
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 48,385 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 45,893 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2025 45,893 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 43,699 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 41,411 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 39,208 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 36,954 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 36,954 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 35,318 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 35,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 32,289 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 29,127 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 26,757 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2016 24,028 miles

offside front tyre worn on outer edge & starting to crack

Fail 23 May 2016 24,028 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre worn on outer edge & starting to crack

Pass 27 May 2015 20,758 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 16,921 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 30 May 2013 13,241 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front wipers split

NSF tyre valve slightly chafed

NSR tyre valve slightly chafed

NSf tyre outer sidewall slight damage

OSF side light went off but came back on

OSF tyre valve slightly chafed

OSR tyre valve slightly chafed

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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NL10 TFN is a 2010 Mini First in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NL10 TFN, 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

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What year was NL10 TFN registered?

NL10 TFN is a 2010 Mini First, first registered on 15 March 2010.

Is NL10 TFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL10 TFN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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