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GJZ 8318

2004 Mini Mini Cooper S

Grey Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,625 mi
Last recorded89,625 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S56,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJZ 8318
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 89,625 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 89,591 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 85,586 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 82,260 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 82,195 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 75,841 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 73,315 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 70,523 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 70,498 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 65,496 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 65,457 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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GJZ 8318 is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S in Grey 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 GJZ 8318, 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

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What year was GJZ 8318 registered?

GJZ 8318 is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is GJZ 8318 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJZ 8318 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.

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