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DY06 USL

2006 Mini Mini Cooper

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,422 mi
Last recorded23,422 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper58,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 USL
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 23,422 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 22,949 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 22,704 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 22,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2022 21,810 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 21,558 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 21,558 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 21,324 miles

rear exhaust box outer covering corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2019 19,742 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 18,834 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 17,432 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 14,801 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 13,405 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 12,313 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 10,681 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 9,463 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,852 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 7,432 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 6,836 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper?

Based on 12,546 MOT tests across 2,117 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
4,648
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Headlamp aim too low 108
position lamp(s) not working 104
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DY06 USL is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 58,805 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY06 USL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY06 USL registered?

DY06 USL is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 14 March 2006.

Is DY06 USL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 USL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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