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M22 BOW

2005 Mini Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,908 mi
Last recorded63,908 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper Auto41,031 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM22 BOW
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper Auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 63,908 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 56,935 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 53,345 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 50,503 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 598 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
3,465
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Stop lamp not working 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4
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M22 BOW is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 41,031 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M22 BOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M22 BOW registered?

M22 BOW is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is M22 BOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M22 BOW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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