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DFZ 5108

2004 Mini Mini One

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

133,807 mi
Last recorded133,807 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini One61,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 5108
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 133,807 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 133,079 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 123,582 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 123,578 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2024 123,571 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 104,419 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 104,355 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2022 104,299 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 97,323 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 86,980 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 86,974 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 81,672 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 77,582 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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DFZ 5108 is a 2004 Mini Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 61,363 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 Mini One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFZ 5108, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Mini Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFZ 5108?

You can check the full history of DFZ 5108 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DFZ 5108 registered?

DFZ 5108 is a 2004 Mini Mini One, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is DFZ 5108 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 5108 shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFZ 5108 have outstanding finance?

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