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PCZ 2833

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

177,109 mi
Last recorded177,109 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCZ 2833
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 177,109 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 167,335 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 166,864 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 149,760 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 139,038 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 138,887 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 120,120 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 114,898 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 114,862 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 112,786 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 112,691 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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PCZ 2833 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PCZ 2833, 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 PCZ 2833?

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What year was PCZ 2833 registered?

PCZ 2833 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is PCZ 2833 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCZ 2833 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCZ 2833 have outstanding finance?

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