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REZ 8408

2005 Mini Mini One

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

100,326 mi
Last recorded100,326 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREZ 8408
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 100,326 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 100,244 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 95,952 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 95,685 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 92,698 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 92,687 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 80,316 miles
Fail 8 May 2021 79,995 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 66,183 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 66,098 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 57,675 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 49,151 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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REZ 8408 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 REZ 8408, 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 REZ 8408?

You can check the full history of REZ 8408 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was REZ 8408 registered?

REZ 8408 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is REZ 8408 safe to buy?

The MOT history for REZ 8408 shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does REZ 8408 have outstanding finance?

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