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EG56 GYV

2006 Mini Cooper

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,851 mi
Last recorded51,851 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mini Cooper63,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG56 GYV
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 51,851 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2026 51,839 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested N/S and O/S front (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2025 82,132 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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EG56 GYV is a 2006 Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 63,003 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EG56 GYV registered?

EG56 GYV is a 2006 Mini Cooper, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is EG56 GYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG56 GYV shows 3 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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