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VIG 3016

2006 Mini Mini Cooper

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,995 mi
Last recorded91,995 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper58,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIG 3016
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 91,995 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 89,422 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 89,235 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 86,065 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2021 81,464 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 71,924 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 65,843 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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VIG 3016 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 58,805 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VIG 3016, 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 20 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 VIG 3016 registered?

VIG 3016 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 4 October 2006.

Is VIG 3016 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIG 3016 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIG 3016 have outstanding finance?

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