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VJZ 1465

2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,611 mi
Last recorded139,611 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto33,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJZ 1465
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper Auto
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 139,611 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 139,557 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 137,203 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 135,475 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 135,373 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 130,740 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 130,383 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 121,899 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 121,677 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 114,417 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 114,305 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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VJZ 1465 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 VJZ 1465, 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

How do I check the history of VJZ 1465?

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What year was VJZ 1465 registered?

VJZ 1465 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is VJZ 1465 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJZ 1465 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJZ 1465 have outstanding finance?

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