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XJZ 3981

2002 Mini Mini Cooper

Green Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

51,203 mi
Last recorded51,203 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini Cooper55,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJZ 3981
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 51,203 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 50,019 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 48,437 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 45,777 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021
Fail 14 Dec 2021 45,751 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020
Fail 11 Feb 2020 48,879 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2019 48,365 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 34,966 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 28,946 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 28,906 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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XJZ 3981 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper in Green with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 XJZ 3981, 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 XJZ 3981?

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What year was XJZ 3981 registered?

XJZ 3981 is a 2002 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is XJZ 3981 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJZ 3981 shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XJZ 3981 have outstanding finance?

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