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URZ 2246

1973 Mini John Cooper Works

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,010 mi
Last recorded27,010 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURZ 2246
MakeMini
ModelJohn Cooper Works
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 27,010 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 818 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 25,779 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 76 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 73 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering locking device ineffective on steering uj (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column such that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both n/s/r and o/s/r wing mounts insecure

Pass 26 Oct 2023 23,448 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 20,688 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 18,886 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 18,598 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 5 Aug 2020 16,158 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Aug 2019 14,043 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 89,486 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 89,006 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 88,588 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2014 88,024 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 87,955 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 87,953 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

How Reliable is the Mini John Cooper Works?

Based on 140,278 MOT tests across 23,953 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
5,043
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
23,953
On UK Roads
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URZ 2246 is a 1973 Mini John Cooper Works in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The Mini John Cooper Works typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 53 years old, this Mini John Cooper Works is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was URZ 2246 registered?

URZ 2246 is a 1973 Mini John Cooper Works, first registered on 1 June 1973.

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