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VCZ 4503

2004 Mini Mini Cooper

Black Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,321 mi
Last recorded85,321 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini Cooper61,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCZ 4503
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2023 85,321 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 85,079 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2022 80,262 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 80,231 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 75,500 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 72,659 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 72,623 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 70,172 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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VCZ 4503 is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 61,983 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 VCZ 4503, 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 22 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VCZ 4503?

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What year was VCZ 4503 registered?

VCZ 4503 is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is VCZ 4503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCZ 4503 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VCZ 4503 have outstanding finance?

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