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OUI 8473

2005 Mini Mini One

Black Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,664 mi
Last recorded95,664 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 8473
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 95,664 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 95,531 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 92,060 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 89,751 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2023 89,447 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 34,234 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 80,617 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 71,512 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 66,026 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 61,391 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 61,366 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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OUI 8473 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 66,223 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 One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OUI 8473, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OUI 8473?

You can check the full history of OUI 8473 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OUI 8473 registered?

OUI 8473 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OUI 8473 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 8473 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OUI 8473 have outstanding finance?

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