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GV55 WTE

2005 Mini Mini Cooper S

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,315 mi
Last recorded41,315 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S60,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 WTE
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,315 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 41,312 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 35,921 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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GV55 WTE is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 60,572 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 GV55 WTE, 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 21 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 GV55 WTE?

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What year was GV55 WTE registered?

GV55 WTE is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 15 October 2005.

Is GV55 WTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 WTE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV55 WTE have outstanding finance?

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