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VXI 494

2005 Mini Mini Cooper

White Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,989 mi
Last recorded104,989 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini Cooper74,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXI 494
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 104,989 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 104,975 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2024 104,244 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 102,260 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 99,633 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 96,942 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 96,915 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 90,983 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 87,845 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 84,605 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper?

Based on 12,546 MOT tests across 2,117 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
4,648
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Headlamp aim too low 108
position lamp(s) not working 104
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VXI 494 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper in White with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 74,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VXI 494, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VXI 494?

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What year was VXI 494 registered?

VXI 494 is a 2005 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is VXI 494 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VXI 494 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 VXI 494 have outstanding finance?

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