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LNZ 8945

2005 Mini Mini One

White Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

144,646 mi
Last recorded144,646 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNZ 8945
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 144,646 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 130,873 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 130,844 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 127,222 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 127,212 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 126,401 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 118,251 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 115,885 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 115,840 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 108,662 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 108,623 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 102,856 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 90,902 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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LNZ 8945 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in White with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 LNZ 8945, 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 LNZ 8945?

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What year was LNZ 8945 registered?

LNZ 8945 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is LNZ 8945 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNZ 8945 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LNZ 8945 have outstanding finance?

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