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LM55 LEJ

2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,254 mi
Last recorded52,254 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto48,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 LEJ
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S Auto
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 52,254 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 51,304 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 49,725 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Nov 2023 49,725 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 49,595 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 47,513 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 46,335 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 45,008 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 44,044 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 44,044 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 41,925 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 38,864 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 36,610 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 36,073 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 34,720 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 32,738 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 30,013 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 26,302 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 23,271 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 20,601 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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LM55 LEJ is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 48,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM55 LEJ, 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 21 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM55 LEJ registered?

LM55 LEJ is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is LM55 LEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 LEJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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