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LC05 YYU

2005 Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,606 mi
Last recorded33,606 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mini Cooper66,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 YYU
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 33,606 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 31,904 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 31,198 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 30,496 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 29,812 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 28,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 27,203 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from pump to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from reservoir to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2018 25,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAKING FROM UNDER THE ENGINE BUT NOT EXCESSICE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 24,501 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Nov 2017 24,501 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Nov 2016 21,507 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 17,649 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 14,629 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 12,213 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 11,741 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 11,741 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2011 11,112 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Nov 2010 10,366 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering fluid seepage from terminals pipe's.

Pass 4 Nov 2010 10,366 miles

Power steering fluid seepage from terminals pipe's.

Pass 10 Nov 2009 9,369 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 7,435 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 7,435 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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LC05 YYU is a 2005 Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 66,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC05 YYU registered?

LC05 YYU is a 2005 Mini Cooper, first registered on 28 May 2005.

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