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DK52 VSF

2002 Mini Mini Cooper S

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,008 mi
Last recorded69,008 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2008
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S51,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 VSF
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2008 69,008 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 69,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 59,430 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 59,430 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

r/number plate deteriorating

Pass 1 Jun 2006 48,352 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 58,352 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S?

Based on 4,515 MOT tests across 788 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
4,456
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Registration plate lamp not working 45
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 42
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DK52 VSF is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S in Black 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 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 51,035 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 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK52 VSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK52 VSF registered?

DK52 VSF is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is DK52 VSF safe to buy?

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