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ONZ 252

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Yellow Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,224 mi
Last recorded125,224 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONZ 252
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 125,224 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 122,847 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 120,793 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 118,211 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 113,255 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2021 113,200 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 110,770 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 105,000 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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ONZ 252 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Yellow with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ONZ 252, 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

How do I check the history of ONZ 252?

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What year was ONZ 252 registered?

ONZ 252 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 18 February 2003.

Is ONZ 252 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONZ 252 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONZ 252 have outstanding finance?

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