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VFZ 8203

2005 Mini Mini One

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

118,294 mi
Last recorded118,294 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 8203
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2025 118,294 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 115,081 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 112,025 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 111,427 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2021 11,342 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 100,356 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 100,309 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 90,215 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 89,442 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 79,215 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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VFZ 8203 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 66,223 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 VFZ 8203, 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 21 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 VFZ 8203?

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What year was VFZ 8203 registered?

VFZ 8203 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is VFZ 8203 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 8203 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFZ 8203 have outstanding finance?

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