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IHZ 2496

2006 Mini Mini One

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,002 mi
Last recorded71,002 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One54,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIHZ 2496
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 71,002 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2026 70,826 miles
Pass 4 May 2025 68,718 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 66,335 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 66,197 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 63,758 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2023 63,677 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 60,854 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 58,616 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 58,342 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,494 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 45,533 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 43,263 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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IHZ 2496 is a 2006 Mini Mini One in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 54,756 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 One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying IHZ 2496, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IHZ 2496?

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What year was IHZ 2496 registered?

IHZ 2496 is a 2006 Mini Mini One, first registered on 2 August 2006.

Is IHZ 2496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IHZ 2496 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IHZ 2496 have outstanding finance?

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