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DXZ 7961

2006 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

116,699 mi
Last recorded116,699 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper58,805 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 7961
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 116,699 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 112,538 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 112,513 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 103,128 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 103,014 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 99,893 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 99,794 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2021 97,550 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2021 97,529 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 93,684 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 93,670 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 90,963 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 84,166 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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DXZ 7961 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 DXZ 7961, 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

How do I check the history of DXZ 7961?

You can check the full history of DXZ 7961 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DXZ 7961 registered?

DXZ 7961 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is DXZ 7961 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 7961 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXZ 7961 have outstanding finance?

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