MINI MINI ONE SEVEN (2006)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 52 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
52
Avg Mileage
103,524 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MINI brand average of 84%.
At 18 years old, 63% of MINI MINI ONE SEVENs from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 52 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 103,524 miles.
How does the 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN has 103,524 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 133,200 miles for a 18-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN
The 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 52 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2006 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 103,524 miles at 18 years old, MINI MINI ONE SEVEN owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN Fuel Costs
The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN
At 18 years old, the MINI MINI ONE SEVEN is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 52 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2006 MINI MINI ONE SEVEN
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2008) 72% pass rate (+9%) from 109,443 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2008) 73% pass rate (+10%) from 90,659 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2008) 73% pass rate (+10%) from 84,782 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+17%) from 55,686 tests