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YKZ 8169

2005 Mini Mini One

Black Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,438 mi
Last recorded105,438 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mini Mini One66,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKZ 8169
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 105,438 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 105,361 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 103,157 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 97,307 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 92,874 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 89,136 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 89,013 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 86,155 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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YKZ 8169 is a 2005 Mini Mini One in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 66,223 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YKZ 8169, 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 21 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 YKZ 8169?

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What year was YKZ 8169 registered?

YKZ 8169 is a 2005 Mini Mini One, first registered on 3 February 2005.

Is YKZ 8169 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKZ 8169 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YKZ 8169 have outstanding finance?

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