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MR53 OCD

2005 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

72,999 mi
Last recorded72,999 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini (R58)68,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR53 OCD
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 72,999 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 72,457 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 71,460 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 69,087 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 69,053 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 65,368 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 65,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 56,862 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 56,862 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 51,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 50,050 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 48,646 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 46,976 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2015 44,912 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 42,552 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 40,450 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 40,450 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 38,564 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 35,679 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 33,817 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 24,674 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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MR53 OCD is a 2005 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 68,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MR53 OCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MR53 OCD registered?

MR53 OCD is a 2005 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is MR53 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR53 OCD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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