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VUI 2205

2006 Mini Mini One

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,510 mi
Last recorded139,510 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One54,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUI 2205
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 139,510 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 136,269 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 132,319 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 125,779 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 125,065 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020
Fail 22 Feb 2020 124,589 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 121,399 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 120,202 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 117,687 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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VUI 2205 is a 2006 Mini Mini One in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 54,756 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 VUI 2205, 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 20 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 VUI 2205?

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What year was VUI 2205 registered?

VUI 2205 is a 2006 Mini Mini One, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is VUI 2205 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUI 2205 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VUI 2205 have outstanding finance?

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