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EX56 LNR

2006 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

152,294 mi
Last recorded152,294 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper58,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 LNR
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 152,294 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Damage to bumper but not likely to cause injury.

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp incorrectly positioned.(non testable item)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 152,294 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Damage to bumper but not likely to cause injury.

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front fog lamp incorrectly positioned.(non testable item)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 143,071 miles

parking brake has little reserve travel

Fail 9 Sep 2020 143,070 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 138,297 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 132,665 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 120,619 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 113,295 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 103,369 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 103,371 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 90,348 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 76,778 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 63,800 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 50,093 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 37,249 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 22,771 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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EX56 LNR is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX56 LNR, 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.

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What year was EX56 LNR registered?

EX56 LNR is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is EX56 LNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 LNR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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