2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · OV05 RCZ
2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2005. Recorded mileage 97,226 miles. MOT expired on 09 Jan 2025. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,226 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OV05 RCZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/05/2026
- 97,226 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 16 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OV05 RCZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mini Mini (OV05 RCZ) between January 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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 Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.
OV05 RCZ Mileage History
- 13/01/202277,717 mi
- 24/01/202381,395 mi+3,678 mi
- 10/01/202488,564 mi+7,169 mi
- 21/05/202697,226 mi+8,662 mi
Average of roughly 4,484 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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