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TCZ 8654

2003 Mini Mini One

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

147,038 mi
Last recorded147,038 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini One60,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 8654
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 147,038 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 146,641 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 146,358 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 134,913 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 134,886 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 130,345 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 130,468 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 125,449 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 125,325 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 120,698 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 120,651 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 8654 is a 2003 Mini Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 8654, 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 8654?

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What year was TCZ 8654 registered?

TCZ 8654 is a 2003 Mini Mini One, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is TCZ 8654 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCZ 8654 shows 11 tests with a 45.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCZ 8654 have outstanding finance?

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