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MGZ 7853

2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto

Black Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,102 mi
Last recorded75,102 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto33,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 7853
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 75,102 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023
Fail 21 Oct 2023 71,748 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 62,853 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 60,087 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 60,020 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 51,984 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 50,164 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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MGZ 7853 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 33,337 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGZ 7853, 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 23 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 MGZ 7853 registered?

MGZ 7853 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is MGZ 7853 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 7853 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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