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TCZ 5003

2003 Mini Mini One

Black Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,814 mi
Last recorded100,814 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini One60,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 5003
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 100,814 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 98,710 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 98,694 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 95,241 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 91,088 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 91,058 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 85,968 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 81,884 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 79,002 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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TCZ 5003 is a 2003 Mini Mini One in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 60,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCZ 5003, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mini Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TCZ 5003?

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What year was TCZ 5003 registered?

TCZ 5003 is a 2003 Mini Mini One, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is TCZ 5003 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCZ 5003 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCZ 5003 have outstanding finance?

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