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YM04 HVF

2004 Mini Mini Cooper S

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

94,090 mi
Last recorded94,090 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S56,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 HVF
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 94,090 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2024 90,345 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 90,330 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2023 90,255 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 89,138 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 86,009 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 99 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 82,451 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 82,419 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S?

Based on 4,515 MOT tests across 788 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
4,456
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Registration plate lamp not working 45
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 42
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YM04 HVF is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 56,606 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 Cooper S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM04 HVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM04 HVF registered?

YM04 HVF is a 2004 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 22 June 2004.

Is YM04 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM04 HVF shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YM04 HVF have outstanding finance?

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