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VK03 FLF

2003 Mini One

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

54,696 mi
Last recorded54,696 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mini One70,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 FLF
MakeMini
ModelOne
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 54,696 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust flexi has slight play (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 54,636 miles

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bonnet and and lower bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front road wheel damaged on outer

Rear both shock outer casing corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2022 53,766 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2021 52,376 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2021 52,374 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on tyre face (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 51,503 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2020 51,503 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 50,339 miles

Oil leak.

Pass 7 Jun 2018 49,028 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2018 49,028 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2017 47,585 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 May 2016 46,129 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 46,129 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 44,684 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 43,037 miles

unable to test rear seat belts as rear seats folded down

Fail 9 Jun 2014 43,037 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

unable to test rear seat belts as rear seats folded down

Pass 6 Jun 2013 41,496 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 39,620 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 39,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 36,103 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near and off side rear brake discs pitted on inner.

Fail 11 Jun 2010 32,059 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near and off side rear brake disc corroded on inner.

Pass 11 Jun 2010 32,059 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near and off side rear brake disc corroded on inner.

Pass 18 Jun 2009 28,621 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 28,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 24,981 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 20,970 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 14,778 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 14,049 miles

How Reliable is the Mini One?

Based on 528,090 MOT tests across 55,487 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
55,487
On UK Roads
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VK03 FLF is a 2003 Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2003 Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 70,621 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK03 FLF registered?

VK03 FLF is a 2003 Mini One, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is VK03 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 FLF shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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