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FB51 ELL

2002 Mini Mini Cooper S

Blue Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

95,328 mi
Last recorded95,328 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S51,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB51 ELL
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 95,328 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 95,300 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 94,079 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 94,039 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 93,072 miles

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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FB51 ELL is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FB51 ELL, 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 FB51 ELL registered?

FB51 ELL is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is FB51 ELL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB51 ELL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FB51 ELL have outstanding finance?

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