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HS05 PKE

2005 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,181 mi
Last recorded92,181 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini (R57)69,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS05 PKE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 92,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 92,165 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2017 80,039 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 80,039 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH ON BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 125,047 miles

Engine oil leak from sump gasket

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 11 Aug 2016 125,046 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine oil leak from sump gasket

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 123,276 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 123,276 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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HS05 PKE is a 2005 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 69,496 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 (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HS05 PKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HS05 PKE?

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What year was HS05 PKE registered?

HS05 PKE is a 2005 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HS05 PKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS05 PKE shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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