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YC02 VUY

2002 Mini Mini One

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,779 mi
Last recorded85,779 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mini Mini One53,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC02 VUY
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 85,779 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 74,098 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2025 74,072 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 64,650 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 64,515 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 54,787 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 52,033 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2021 51,993 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 49,600 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 47,807 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 46,114 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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YC02 VUY is a 2002 Mini Mini One in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 53,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC02 VUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Mini Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC02 VUY?

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What year was YC02 VUY registered?

YC02 VUY is a 2002 Mini Mini One, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is YC02 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC02 VUY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC02 VUY have outstanding finance?

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