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KU54 UST

2004 Mini Mini One

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

72,103 mi
Last recorded72,103 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini One61,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU54 UST
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 72,103 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 72,103 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 67,533 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak poss cam cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 63,204 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 58,565 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 58,565 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 53,999 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 50,537 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 44,937 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 37,577 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 29 Aug 2017 33,373 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 30,505 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 28,254 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,753 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 22,302 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,078 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,937 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 15,299 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 12,504 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 9,698 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 7,322 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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KU54 UST is a 2004 Mini Mini One in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 61,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KU54 UST, 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 22 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 KU54 UST?

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What year was KU54 UST registered?

KU54 UST is a 2004 Mini Mini One, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is KU54 UST safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU54 UST shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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