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WV03 ZCL

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,785 mi
Last recorded52,785 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 ZCL
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2008 52,785 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 48,350 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 40,122 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 40,007 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 37,096 miles

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

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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WV03 ZCL is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,206 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 WV03 ZCL, 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 23 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 WV03 ZCL?

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What year was WV03 ZCL registered?

WV03 ZCL is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is WV03 ZCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV03 ZCL shows 5 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 WV03 ZCL have outstanding finance?

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