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MIG 8257

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Green Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,704 mi
Last recorded109,704 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIG 8257
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 109,704 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023
Fail 6 Oct 2023 109,626 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 107,119 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 107,029 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 106,656 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 106,251 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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MIG 8257 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Green with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,206 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIG 8257, 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 23 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 MIG 8257 registered?

MIG 8257 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is MIG 8257 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIG 8257 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MIG 8257 have outstanding finance?

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