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EK06 VTO

2006 Mini Mini One Seven

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,876 mi
Last recorded133,876 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One Seven77,905 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK06 VTO
MakeMini
ModelMini One Seven
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 133,876 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 133,876 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 124,838 miles

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 124,837 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 118,556 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2020 118,555 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 112,058 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower wishbone rearmost bushes have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear box mounting loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 100,679 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 95,573 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 91,258 miles

Offside Front wiper blade noisy in operation but still clearing screen

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

Fail 21 Dec 2016 91,257 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit damaged and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front wiper blade noisy in operation but still clearing screen

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 83,832 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 76,296 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 69,636 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 62,895 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 54,879 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 45,090 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 34,286 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One Seven?

Based on 1,378 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
4,947
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10
Exhaust system not adequately supported 9
position lamp(s) not working 9
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EK06 VTO is a 2006 Mini Mini One Seven in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini One Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 77,905 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini One Seven fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK06 VTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Mini One Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK06 VTO registered?

EK06 VTO is a 2006 Mini Mini One Seven, first registered on 25 April 2006.

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