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ENZ 9226

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

157,957 mi
Last recorded157,957 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENZ 9226
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 157,957 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 156,396 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 156,285 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 155,247 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 155,135 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 148,024 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 147,988 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 142,337 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 142,291 miles

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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ENZ 9226 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 ENZ 9226, 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

How do I check the history of ENZ 9226?

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What year was ENZ 9226 registered?

ENZ 9226 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is ENZ 9226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ENZ 9226 shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ENZ 9226 have outstanding finance?

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