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PCZ 2843

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,645 mi
Last recorded89,645 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCZ 2843
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 89,645 miles
Fail 14 May 2026 89,111 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 108,539 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2025 84,854 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 78,282 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 77,990 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 71,357 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2022 71,286 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 66,241 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2021 66,114 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 59,490 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 59,392 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 55,782 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 52,396 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 2843 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 2843, 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 2843?

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What year was PCZ 2843 registered?

PCZ 2843 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is PCZ 2843 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCZ 2843 shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCZ 2843 have outstanding finance?

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