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KY02 XBF

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,155 mi
Last recorded90,155 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2009
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY02 XBF
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2009 90,155 miles

center brake pipe corroded

engine warning light on

rear exhaust hanger runner split

slight leak noted around n/s/f lower radiator area

Fail 1 Jun 2009 90,155 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

center brake pipe corroded

engine warning light on

rear exhaust hanger runner split

slight leak noted around n/s/f lower radiator area

Pass 19 Jun 2008 84,020 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 84,020 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 69,613 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 64,924 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KY02 XBF is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KY02 XBF, 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.

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What year was KY02 XBF registered?

KY02 XBF is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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