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SJ02 PUX

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,658 mi
Last recorded120,658 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ02 PUX
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2025 120,658 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 120,634 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 120,281 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 115,966 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 115,904 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 110,243 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 102,083 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 96,171 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 91,207 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 91,168 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 15,753 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2005 4,447 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 4,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Fail 26 Sep 2005 3,592 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 3,592 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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SJ02 PUX is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ02 PUX, 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 SJ02 PUX?

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What year was SJ02 PUX registered?

SJ02 PUX is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is SJ02 PUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ02 PUX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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