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LC06 RPZ

2006 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

41,121 mi
Last recorded41,121 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto44,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC06 RPZ
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S Auto
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 41,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +worn on edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED.

Fail 11 Sep 2023 41,121 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +worn on edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED.

Pass 21 Sep 2022 37,756 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 37,616 miles

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))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 36,654 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 36,654 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 34,288 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 33,081 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 32,032 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 30,279 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,401 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 28,401 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 24,392 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 24,392 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 21,752 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,804 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,395 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 16,395 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 8,139 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 1,673 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
3,283
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15
Registration plate lamp not working 15
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LC06 RPZ is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 44,745 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC06 RPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LC06 RPZ is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 24 April 2006.

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