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SO52 UUS

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

64,517 mi
Last recorded64,517 miles
Recorded on31 May 2008
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO52 UUS
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2008 64,517 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 64,517 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 53,406 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 53,406 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 39,694 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 38,752 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Feb 2006 38,600 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SO52 UUS is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,206 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 SO52 UUS, 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 23 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO52 UUS registered?

SO52 UUS is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is SO52 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO52 UUS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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