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PCZ 8212

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,033 mi
Last recorded121,033 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCZ 8212
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2023 121,033 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 118,849 miles
Fail 29 May 2022 118,272 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 115,581 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 115,484 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 115,437 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 106,103 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 105,922 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 95,339 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 95,296 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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PCZ 8212 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PCZ 8212, 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 PCZ 8212?

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What year was PCZ 8212 registered?

PCZ 8212 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is PCZ 8212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCZ 8212 shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCZ 8212 have outstanding finance?

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