2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · BW05 DFU
2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 65,769 miles. MOT valid until 06 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,769 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BW05 DFU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2025
- 65,769 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BW05 DFU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mini Mini (BW05 DFU) between September 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
BW05 DFU Mileage History
- 29/09/202359,033 mi
- 06/12/202459,713 mi+680 mi
- 07/12/202459,713 mi
- 04/12/202565,769 mi+6,056 mi
- 04/12/202565,769 mi
Average of roughly 3,087 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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