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SXI 12

2005 Mini Mini Cooper S

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,465 mi
Last recorded73,465 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S60,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 12
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 73,465 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2025 73,425 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 70,898 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 69,662 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 69,606 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 68,247 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 65,884 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 65,850 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 63,836 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 60,280 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 58,963 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S?

Based on 4,515 MOT tests across 788 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
4,456
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Registration plate lamp not working 45
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 42
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SXI 12 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 60,572 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 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SXI 12, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SXI 12?

You can check the full history of SXI 12 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SXI 12 registered?

SXI 12 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is SXI 12 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 12 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SXI 12 have outstanding finance?

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