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MX56 YVU

2006 Mini Mini One Seven

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

92,407 mi
Last recorded92,407 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One Seven77,905 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 YVU
MakeMini
ModelMini One Seven
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 92,407 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 92,407 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 86,384 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 86,384 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 79,598 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 79,514 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 73,556 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 73,556 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective perished seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 69,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 64,170 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 62,370 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 62,369 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 60,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 58,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre poor condition

Nearside Rear Tyre poor condition

Offside Front Tyre poor condition

Offside Rear Tyre poor condition

Pass 5 May 2016 53,089 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 47,036 miles

exhaust backbox peeling

Fail 10 Mar 2015 47,036 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust backbox peeling

Pass 18 Mar 2014 43,091 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 39,346 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 39,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 35,475 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 31,845 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 31,845 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 27,894 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake pedal rubber worn slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2009 25,060 miles

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

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

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

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

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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MX56 YVU is a 2006 Mini Mini One Seven in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 MX56 YVU, 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

How do I check the history of MX56 YVU?

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What year was MX56 YVU registered?

MX56 YVU is a 2006 Mini Mini One Seven, first registered on 14 October 2006.

Is MX56 YVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX56 YVU shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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