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GRZ 2523

2004 Mini Mini One

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

169,620 mi
Last recorded169,620 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini One61,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRZ 2523
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 169,620 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 169,437 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 169,189 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 161,310 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 161,265 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 154,196 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 148,346 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 141,658 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 136,953 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 136,924 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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GRZ 2523 is a 2004 Mini Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GRZ 2523, 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 GRZ 2523?

You can check the full history of GRZ 2523 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GRZ 2523 registered?

GRZ 2523 is a 2004 Mini Mini One, first registered on 31 August 2004.

Is GRZ 2523 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRZ 2523 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRZ 2523 have outstanding finance?

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