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HNZ 5051

2005 Mini Mini One

Blue Gas bi-fuel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,181 mi
Last recorded145,181 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNZ 5051
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 145,181 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 144,971 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 141,074 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 131,535 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 122,020 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 115,271 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 110,853 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 110,768 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 95,094 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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HNZ 5051 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Blue with a 1,598cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 66,223 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HNZ 5051, 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 21 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 HNZ 5051?

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What year was HNZ 5051 registered?

HNZ 5051 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is HNZ 5051 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNZ 5051 shows 9 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.

Does HNZ 5051 have outstanding finance?

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