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R23 MEL

2014 Mini Unknown

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,414 mi
Last recorded44,414 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Mini Unknown49,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 MEL
MakeMini
ModelUnknown
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 44,414 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 40,231 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 36,368 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 32,493 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 28,744 miles

under tray fitted unable to fully inspect some underside areas/items

Pass 5 Nov 2020 24,763 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 24,762 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively shock absorber leaking oil onto front brake area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 19,855 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 16,211 miles

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

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

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect many areas/items of brakes/steering/suspension/vehicle structure/fuel system/electrical equipment

Pass 5 Oct 2017 12,579 miles

under trays fitted front/rear/ sides unable to inspect some items of suspension/brakes/steering

How Reliable is the Mini Unknown?

Based on 9,619 MOT tests across 1,014 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
5,876
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
1,014
On UK Roads
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R23 MEL is a 2014 Mini Unknown in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Mini Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 49,454 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mini Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 12 years old, this Mini Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R23 MEL?

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What year was R23 MEL registered?

R23 MEL is a 2014 Mini Unknown, first registered on 14 October 2014.

Is R23 MEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 MEL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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