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SKZ 1583

2006 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

129,838 mi
Last recorded129,838 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini Cooper58,805 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKZ 1583
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2026 129,838 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2025 119,167 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 118,696 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 113,313 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 109,313 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 105,919 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 105,900 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 103,176 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 95,730 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 95,619 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper?

Based on 12,546 MOT tests across 2,117 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
4,648
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Headlamp aim too low 108
position lamp(s) not working 104
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SKZ 1583 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 58,805 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 Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKZ 1583, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKZ 1583?

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What year was SKZ 1583 registered?

SKZ 1583 is a 2006 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is SKZ 1583 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKZ 1583 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKZ 1583 have outstanding finance?

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