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RF56 NMA

2006 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,242 mi
Last recorded121,242 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Mini Cooper Auto45,654 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 NMA
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 121,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 121,242 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 71,157 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rubber bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear tyre slightly cracked both sides

Pass 9 Aug 2018 67,574 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 64,690 miles

rear tyer in poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2016 62,202 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 62,202 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 58,791 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 53,023 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 43,693 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 32,347 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 32,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 24,718 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,761 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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RF56 NMA is a 2006 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 45,654 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 Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF56 NMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF56 NMA registered?

RF56 NMA is a 2006 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is RF56 NMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF56 NMA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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