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GRZ 3540

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,477 mi
Last recorded161,477 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRZ 3540
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2024 161,477 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2021 153,611 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 135,851 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 128,088 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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GRZ 3540 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GRZ 3540, 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 GRZ 3540?

You can check the full history of GRZ 3540 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GRZ 3540 registered?

GRZ 3540 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 15 October 2002.

Is GRZ 3540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRZ 3540 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRZ 3540 have outstanding finance?

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