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LEZ 8198

2006 Mini Mini Cooper

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,261 mi
Last recorded76,261 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper58,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEZ 8198
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 76,261 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 72,270 miles
Pass 14 May 2023 65,004 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 59,255 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 54,418 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 54,410 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 44,510 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 38,550 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 38,433 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 31,689 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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LEZ 8198 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LEZ 8198, 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

How do I check the history of LEZ 8198?

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What year was LEZ 8198 registered?

LEZ 8198 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is LEZ 8198 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEZ 8198 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEZ 8198 have outstanding finance?

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