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HY04 LOJ

2004 Mini Mini Cooper

Pink Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,661 mi
Last recorded82,661 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini Cooper61,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY04 LOJ
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2004
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 82,661 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 82,691 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 82,595 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 82,182 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 82,164 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 81,906 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 80,754 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 80,290 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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HY04 LOJ is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper in Pink with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 61,983 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 HY04 LOJ, 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 22 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HY04 LOJ?

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What year was HY04 LOJ registered?

HY04 LOJ is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is HY04 LOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY04 LOJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY04 LOJ have outstanding finance?

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