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WJ56 AVF

2006 Mini Mini One

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

104,857 mi
Last recorded104,857 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Mini Mini One54,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 AVF
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 104,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 101,245 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 98,452 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 96,140 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 96,140 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

coolant level low

Pass 11 Jan 2021 91,406 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2020 85,229 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 85,229 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 81,906 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 75,284 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 63,706 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 60,455 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 46,808 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 42,975 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 33,677 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 25,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 25,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 17,097 miles

nearside front tyre on 2mm of tread

Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,099 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 13,061 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 9,423 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 9,423 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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WJ56 AVF is a 2006 Mini Mini One in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ56 AVF, 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

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What year was WJ56 AVF registered?

WJ56 AVF is a 2006 Mini Mini One, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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