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JNZ 2138

2006 Mini Mini Cooper S

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,308 mi
Last recorded72,308 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S47,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNZ 2138
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2025 72,308 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 72,093 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 70,433 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2023 70,248 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 70,114 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 69,198 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 52,539 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 49,295 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 49,288 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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JNZ 2138 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JNZ 2138, 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 JNZ 2138 registered?

JNZ 2138 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is JNZ 2138 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNZ 2138 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JNZ 2138 have outstanding finance?

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