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ERZ 4861

2004 Mini Mini Cooper S

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

83,311 mi
Last recorded83,311 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S56,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERZ 4861
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 83,311 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2024 82,174 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 82,095 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 79,587 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 79,596 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 78,389 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 78,361 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 78,320 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 76,197 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 76,175 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 74,162 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S?

Based on 4,515 MOT tests across 788 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
4,456
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Registration plate lamp not working 45
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 42
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ERZ 4861 is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 56,606 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 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ERZ 4861, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ERZ 4861?

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What year was ERZ 4861 registered?

ERZ 4861 is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is ERZ 4861 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERZ 4861 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ERZ 4861 have outstanding finance?

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