MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
135,610 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
air bag on drivers seat deployed
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Mini One D?
Based on 16,090 MOT tests across 1,719 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SJ53 FTZ is a 2003 Mini One D in Yellow with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 2003 Mini One D models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 80,927 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 One D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ53 FTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mini One D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 23 years old, this Mini One D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of SJ53 FTZ?
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What year was SJ53 FTZ registered?
SJ53 FTZ is a 2003 Mini One D, first registered on 22 September 2003.
Is SJ53 FTZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for SJ53 FTZ shows 4 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 SJ53 FTZ have outstanding finance?
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