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GK05 AAZ

2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,082 mi
Last recorded45,082 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto48,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 AAZ
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S Auto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 45,082 miles

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear Box Cover Corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 43,122 miles

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

Rear Rear Box (Cover Corroded)

Pass 22 Sep 2022 41,111 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 40,290 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 37,142 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 36,604 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 33,933 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 33,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wheel tracking out

Pass 27 May 2010 26,831 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 May 2009 20,349 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2009 20,349 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 16,112 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 1,673 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
3,283
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15
Registration plate lamp not working 15
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GK05 AAZ is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 48,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK05 AAZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GK05 AAZ registered?

GK05 AAZ is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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