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YFZ 3160

2003 Mini Mini One

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

106,262 mi
Last recorded106,262 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini One60,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFZ 3160
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 106,262 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 106,195 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 104,095 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 102,466 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2023 102,344 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 98,853 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 98,772 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 92,650 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 88,858 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 84,841 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 84,797 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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YFZ 3160 is a 2003 Mini Mini One in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 60,182 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 YFZ 3160, 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 23 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 YFZ 3160?

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What year was YFZ 3160 registered?

YFZ 3160 is a 2003 Mini Mini One, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is YFZ 3160 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFZ 3160 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YFZ 3160 have outstanding finance?

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