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VLZ 5262

2003 Mini Mini One

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,034 mi
Last recorded125,034 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini One60,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 5262
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 125,034 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2026 124,655 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025
Fail 1 Feb 2025 120,705 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 114,310 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 110,905 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 107,813 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 104,537 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 5262 is a 2003 Mini Mini One in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VLZ 5262, 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 VLZ 5262?

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What year was VLZ 5262 registered?

VLZ 5262 is a 2003 Mini Mini One, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is VLZ 5262 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 5262 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 5262 have outstanding finance?

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