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LJ05 UKU

2005 Mini Mini Cooper

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

132,064 mi
Last recorded132,064 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper74,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 UKU
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 132,064 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 130,598 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 129,507 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 127,866 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 127,855 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 124,423 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 120,925 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 107,790 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 99,494 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 98,172 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 88,359 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 85,767 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 83,616 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 75,031 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 65,823 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 54,628 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 38,306 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper?

Based on 12,546 MOT tests across 2,117 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
4,648
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Headlamp aim too low 108
position lamp(s) not working 104
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LJ05 UKU is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 74,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 UKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 UKU registered?

LJ05 UKU is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is LJ05 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 UKU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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