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KJZ 1689

2005 Mini Mini Cooper S

Grey Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,087 mi
Last recorded36,087 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S60,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJZ 1689
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2025 36,087 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 35,591 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2022 34,678 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 33,713 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 33,707 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 31,711 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 30,417 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 28,964 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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KJZ 1689 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S in Grey with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 60,572 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 KJZ 1689, 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 21 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 KJZ 1689 registered?

KJZ 1689 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is KJZ 1689 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJZ 1689 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJZ 1689 have outstanding finance?

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