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KW55 FFB

2006 Mini Mini One Seven

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

109,273 mi
Last recorded109,273 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One Seven77,905 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 FFB
MakeMini
ModelMini One Seven
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 109,273 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 109,273 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with chalk. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with chalk. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 108,559 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front rigid pipe corroded. marked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 107,923 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 107,922 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 106,712 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 105,250 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 103,722 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 103,722 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 100,780 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Feb 2019 97,682 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 94,755 miles

all tyres have (old age) cracking

Fail 9 Feb 2018 94,755 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all tyres have (old age) cracking

Pass 1 Feb 2017 91,571 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 91,571 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 87,280 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 87,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 83,585 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 83,585 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid level below max.

brake pads starting to get low

ext. system starting to rust in places

general wear on discs

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

o/s/r tyre starting to wear on edge

plastic covers fitted over parts of susp.

rad. header tank empty

Pass 20 Jan 2014 79,376 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 74,349 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 68,222 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 60,257 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Jan 2010 51,309 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 42,672 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One Seven?

Based on 1,378 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
4,947
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10
Exhaust system not adequately supported 9
position lamp(s) not working 9
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KW55 FFB is a 2006 Mini Mini One Seven in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini One Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 77,905 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 Seven fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW55 FFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Mini One Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW55 FFB registered?

KW55 FFB is a 2006 Mini Mini One Seven, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is KW55 FFB safe to buy?

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