2005 MINI Cooper S 1.6L Petrol · SD55 DPE
2005 MINI Cooper S (1.6L, petrol). First registered 07 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 88,310 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI COOPER S
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,310 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SD55 DPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2026
- 88,310 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SD55 DPE 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 Cooper S (SD55 DPE) between April 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 June 2026 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: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
SD55 DPE Mileage History
- 09/04/202483,574 mi
- 02/07/202586,385 mi+2,811 mi
- 11/07/202586,386 mi+1 mi
- 24/06/202688,308 mi+1,922 mi
- 26/06/202688,310 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,140 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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