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HIG 3848

2002 Mini Mini Cooper S

Grey Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,027 mi
Last recorded123,027 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S51,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIG 3848
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 123,027 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2023 121,227 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 121,149 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 116,721 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2022 116,545 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 102,132 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 87,457 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 75,551 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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HIG 3848 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S in Grey with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HIG 3848, 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.

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What year was HIG 3848 registered?

HIG 3848 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is HIG 3848 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIG 3848 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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