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XFX 515B

2003 Austin Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,872 mi
Last recorded1,872 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFX 515B
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 1,872 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2017 1,869 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 1,837 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 1,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 1,290 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 1,009 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 1,009 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 3,162 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 40,358 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 38,412 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 36,467 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 35,659 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,935 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Stop lamp not working 72
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
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XFX 515B is a 2003 Austin Mini Cooper S in Red with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFX 515B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 23 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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XFX 515B is a 2003 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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