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SP53 KSK

2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,431 mi
Last recorded29,431 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto33,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 KSK
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper Auto
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2008 29,431 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 29,209 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 29,209 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 23,292 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 598 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
3,465
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Stop lamp not working 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4
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SP53 KSK is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 33,337 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP53 KSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP53 KSK registered?

SP53 KSK is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SP53 KSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 KSK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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