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L321 MCU

2005 Mini Mini One

Black Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

138,625 mi
Last recorded138,625 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL321 MCU
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 138,625 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 138,025 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 136,036 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 135,995 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 134,311 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 134,032 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 132,073 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2021 132,016 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 122,209 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 122,182 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 118,906 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 118,853 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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L321 MCU is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 L321 MCU, 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 L321 MCU?

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What year was L321 MCU registered?

L321 MCU is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is L321 MCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L321 MCU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L321 MCU have outstanding finance?

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