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SCZ 1271

2003 Mini Mini One

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

146,933 mi
Last recorded146,933 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini One60,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCZ 1271
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 146,933 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 146,890 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2023 142,101 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023
Fail 13 Jan 2023 139,736 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 126,450 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 125,565 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 108,921 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 100,522 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 100,399 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 94,691 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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SCZ 1271 is a 2003 Mini Mini One in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 60,182 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 SCZ 1271, 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 23 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 SCZ 1271?

You can check the full history of SCZ 1271 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SCZ 1271 registered?

SCZ 1271 is a 2003 Mini Mini One, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is SCZ 1271 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCZ 1271 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCZ 1271 have outstanding finance?

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