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GY53 TKZ

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

73,290 mi
Last recorded73,290 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 TKZ
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 73,290 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 73,149 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 71,898 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 66,986 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 66,947 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 66,935 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 62,156 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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GY53 TKZ is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,206 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY53 TKZ, 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 23 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY53 TKZ registered?

GY53 TKZ is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is GY53 TKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY53 TKZ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY53 TKZ have outstanding finance?

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