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RNZ 8318

2005 Mini Mini One

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,505 mi
Last recorded118,505 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 8318
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 118,505 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2025 118,460 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 117,022 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 116,009 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 115,321 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 115,283 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 109,420 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 109,336 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 106,606 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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RNZ 8318 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RNZ 8318, 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 RNZ 8318?

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What year was RNZ 8318 registered?

RNZ 8318 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is RNZ 8318 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNZ 8318 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RNZ 8318 have outstanding finance?

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