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WMWRC33505TJ71258 — 2005 MINI Cooper — auction Copart | MaxUsAutos

2005 Mini Cooper

Lot #81458185 · VIN WMWRC33505TJ71258

🇺🇸 CopartSideKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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2005 MINI Cooper, Side, Copart, VIN WMWRC33505TJ71258 · photo 1 of 12

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What does the damage type «Side» mean

Side damage occurs in T-bone collisions, impacts with parking barriers, or sideswipes. Structurally, the side of a vehicle is critical for occupant protection, so damage here deserves careful inspection.

What may be damaged

doors, rocker panels, body pillars
side airbags (may have deployed and been quietly replaced)
window regulator mechanisms
wiring routed through sills and pillars

What to keep in mind

cabin sealing issues and water ingress
difficulty opening or closing doors properly
hidden weakening of structural body members

Our advice: Pay close attention to the condition of side airbags and look for any signs of welding on the body pillars.

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

Expert lot reviewBefore bidding, our expert analyses photos, VIN history and damage — an honest verdict plus a full turnkey budget.

Ocean freight insuranceFull-value coverage for the duration of shipping. Terms stated in the contract before departure.

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Auction Copart · Lot #81458185

Final bid925 USD17% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 5 545 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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✓ We inspect the lot on request — specialist video report✓ Fixed $500 commission, no hidden fees✓ Delivery + turnkey customs clearance in 45–60 days

Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine379 703 ₴≈ 8 523 USD

1 · Auction price900 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT3 068 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker895 USD

5 · Certification + registration191 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN WMWRC33505TJ71258 history

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Copart

Oct 6, 2025

Sold

925 USD

GEICO

Reliability & recalls

Common problems: MINI Cooper 2005

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 843. Of these — crashes: 17, fires: 36.

Most-reported systems

Steering
600
Air Bags
134
Electrical System
61
Power Train
50
Engine And Engine Cooling
20
Seats
18

Official recalls

Air Bags
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to November 28, 2006, and 2005-2008 MINI Cooper Convertible and Cooper S Convertible vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to July 31, 2008. Due to manufacturing, installation, and exposure issues, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat may not function properly and, as a result, the front passenger air bag may not deploy in a crash.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
NHTSA campaign: 15V205000
Steering
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 10, 2015. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
NHTSA campaign: 15V660000
Exterior Lighting
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.

2005 Mini Cooper

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What does the damage type «Side» mean

What may be damaged

What to keep in mind

What we do to make sure the deal goes smoothly

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