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FHZ 1581

2004 Mini Mini One

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

136,805 mi
Last recorded136,805 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini One61,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHZ 1581
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 136,805 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 136,668 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 135,313 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 135,171 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 131,523 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 131,516 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 130,396 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 130,343 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 130,295 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 128,584 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 128,491 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 119,519 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 109,091 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 98,945 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 98,879 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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FHZ 1581 is a 2004 Mini Mini One in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 61,363 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 One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHZ 1581, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Mini Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FHZ 1581?

You can check the full history of FHZ 1581 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FHZ 1581 registered?

FHZ 1581 is a 2004 Mini Mini One, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is FHZ 1581 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHZ 1581 shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHZ 1581 have outstanding finance?

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