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VLZ 3206

2005 Mini Mini One

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,730 mi
Last recorded80,730 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 3206
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2025 80,730 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 77,853 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 75,583 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 73,755 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 71,014 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 66,196 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 63,167 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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VLZ 3206 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VLZ 3206, 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 VLZ 3206?

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What year was VLZ 3206 registered?

VLZ 3206 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is VLZ 3206 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 3206 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 3206 have outstanding finance?

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