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AM05 RAY

2018 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,576 mi
Last recorded18,576 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mini Mini (R57)20,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM05 RAY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 18,576 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 18,576 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 15,292 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 14,336 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front wheel inner rim damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2023 12,196 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 10,663 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 10,662 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 8,725 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 8,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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AM05 RAY is a 2018 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 20,192 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 (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM05 RAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 8 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM05 RAY registered?

AM05 RAY is a 2018 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 8 May 2018.

Is AM05 RAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM05 RAY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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