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OCZ 8165

2002 Mini Mini Cooper S

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,974 mi
Last recorded71,974 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2008
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S51,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCZ 8165
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2008 71,974 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 69,197 miles

engine oil below minimum when presented for test

Fail 20 Nov 2007 69,197 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

engine oil below minimum when presented for test

Pass 23 Nov 2005 37,273 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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OCZ 8165 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 OCZ 8165, 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 OCZ 8165 registered?

OCZ 8165 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is OCZ 8165 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCZ 8165 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 OCZ 8165 have outstanding finance?

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