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BV52 BYT

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,644 mi
Last recorded91,644 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2008
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 BYT
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2008 91,644 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 91,644 miles

Nearside Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s tailgate hinge missing

Pass 13 Feb 2007 76,834 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Feb 2007 76,834 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 72,536 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 72,536 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper?

Based on 12,546 MOT tests across 2,117 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
4,648
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Headlamp aim too low 108
position lamp(s) not working 104
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BV52 BYT is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 55,399 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV52 BYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV52 BYT registered?

BV52 BYT is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 8 October 2002.

Is BV52 BYT safe to buy?

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