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EK05 KFA

2005 Mini One D

Red Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

82,094 mi
Last recorded82,094 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini One D74,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 KFA
MakeMini
ModelOne D
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 82,094 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 76,961 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 76,961 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Sep 2023 69,519 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 64,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 64,981 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 60,148 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 58,751 miles

Nearside Rear BRAKE DISC CORRODED

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER SIDEWALL IS CRACKED - 175/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 58,322 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 57,527 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

corrosion to all brake discs

corrosion to n/s/f o/s/f brake ferrules

Pass 26 May 2017 57,324 miles

LOW SCREENWASH WARNING LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH - FILLED BOTH UP .

REAR TYRES HAVE STARTED TO PERISH - 175/65R15 ( 2012 ) MICHELIN ALROUND

Pass 13 May 2016 55,494 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 55,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/65HR15 - MICHELIN (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 May 2015 53,044 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 51,340 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 48,585 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 48,585 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 May 2013 48,580 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 May 2012 45,803 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 45,803 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 39,630 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 38,474 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 38,474 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 36,961 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 36,881 miles

How Reliable is the Mini One D?

Based on 16,090 MOT tests across 1,719 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,300
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
1,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 118
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
Registration plate lamp not working 58
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EK05 KFA is a 2005 Mini One D in Red with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Mini One D models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 74,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini One D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK05 KFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini One D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 21 years old, this Mini One D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK05 KFA registered?

EK05 KFA is a 2005 Mini One D, first registered on 11 June 2005.

Is EK05 KFA safe to buy?

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