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2001 MINI COOPER1.6L Petrol

DG51 AMX

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2001 MINI COOPER? It's a Petrol with a 1598cc engine showing 155,566 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's taxed for the road. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Expired

Expires 19/01/2026

Tax

Taxed

Expires 01/01/2027

£8.99

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Mileage: 155,566
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 2001
Engine: 1598cc

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

✓ Taxed

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 20:02

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2001 Mini Cooper (DG51 AMX), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2022 to January 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mini has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 12 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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PASS

FAIL

ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

AI-powered analysis based on real MOT data and market insights.

Buying Score

35/100

Risk Level

High

Est. Annual Cost

£1,000-£1,300

Mileage

At 155,566 mi the mileage is below the a...

Our Verdict

Proceed with caution – the car has a long service history but a pattern of serious MOT failures and high mileage suggest significant repair risk. Only consider if you are prepared for potentially costly remedial work and can negotiate a strong discount.

When evaluating this MINI, request a full service history and look for evidence that major items such as the rear sub‑frame, suspension arms, and brake system have been repaired or replaced. Pay particular attention to any receipts for corrosion treatment or component replacements, as the MOT records show repeated brake pipe and sub‑frame corrosion. If the seller cannot prove recent work on the rear coil spring, front CV boots, and suspension ball joints, factor the cost of replacement into your offer.

Given the vehicle's age, prioritize a thorough mechanical inspection by a qualified technician before finalising the purchase. Verify that the dangerous issues flagged in the 2021 MOT (e.g., the off‑side rear outer brake pads and MacPherson strut mounting) have been addressed, as these affect safety and roadworthiness. Negotiating a lower price is advisable to cover the anticipated maintenance and potential refurbishment required to bring the car back to a reliable state.

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