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FAW 253

2018 Mini John Cooper Works

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,898 mi
Last recorded9,898 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Mini John Cooper Works28,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAW 253
MakeMini
ModelJohn Cooper Works
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 9,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 9,898 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

The tires are underinflated

Pass 7 Aug 2024 9,399 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 9,399 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 9,078 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

tyre pressure warning lamp illuminated

Pass 6 Sep 2022 8,861 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 7,838 miles

How Reliable is the Mini John Cooper Works?

Based on 140,278 MOT tests across 23,953 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
5,043
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
23,953
On UK Roads
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FAW 253 is a 2018 Mini John Cooper Works in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Mini John Cooper Works models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 28,612 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini John Cooper Works typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 8 years old, this Mini John Cooper Works is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FAW 253 registered?

FAW 253 is a 2018 Mini John Cooper Works, first registered on 5 September 2018.

Is FAW 253 safe to buy?

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