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JFZ 5981

2006 Mini Mini One

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

97,770 mi
Last recorded97,770 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One54,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFZ 5981
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 97,770 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 94,741 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 94,672 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 76,340 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 75,845 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 69,195 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 69,107 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 58,044 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 58,000 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 55,047 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 51,947 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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JFZ 5981 is a 2006 Mini Mini One in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 JFZ 5981, 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 JFZ 5981?

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What year was JFZ 5981 registered?

JFZ 5981 is a 2006 Mini Mini One, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is JFZ 5981 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFZ 5981 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JFZ 5981 have outstanding finance?

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