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MNZ 8203

2005 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,110 mi
Last recorded92,110 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper74,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNZ 8203
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 92,110 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 92,091 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 87,252 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 84,294 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 84,255 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 80,725 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 75,157 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 72,270 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 72,191 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 69,309 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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MNZ 8203 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 74,070 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 Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MNZ 8203, 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 21 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MNZ 8203 registered?

MNZ 8203 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is MNZ 8203 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNZ 8203 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MNZ 8203 have outstanding finance?

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