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IHZ 5208

2006 Mini Mini Cooper S

White Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,314 mi
Last recorded78,314 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S47,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIHZ 5208
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 May 2025 78,314 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 77,771 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 76,614 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 75,966 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 74,827 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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IHZ 5208 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 47,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 IHZ 5208, 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 20 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was IHZ 5208 registered?

IHZ 5208 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is IHZ 5208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IHZ 5208 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IHZ 5208 have outstanding finance?

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