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SG52 BYC

2002 Mini Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,977 mi
Last recorded82,977 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S51,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 BYC
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 82,977 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 81,883 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 80,914 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 80,906 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 3 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 80,079 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested vehicle overheating during test (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2008 74,304 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 66,361 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 66,353 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 64,580 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2005 58,746 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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SG52 BYC is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SG52 BYC, 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.

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What year was SG52 BYC registered?

SG52 BYC is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is SG52 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 BYC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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