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MK51 VMZ

2001 Mini Mini Cooper

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,669 mi
Last recorded83,669 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2009
Typical for 2001 Mini Mini Cooper62,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 VMZ
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2009 83,669 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 78,720 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 78,720 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 66,061 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 66,061 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2006 50,055 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 46,156 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 46,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MK51 VMZ is a 2001 Mini Mini Cooper in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,832 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 MK51 VMZ, 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 25 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK51 VMZ registered?

MK51 VMZ is a 2001 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is MK51 VMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 VMZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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