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2002 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · LL02 TSO

LL02 TSO

2002 MINI Cooper (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 55,106 miles. MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
MINI COOPER
Year / Origin
2002 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
55,106 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This 2002 MINI Cooper presents a very clean MOT history, with the most recent test on 28 October 2025 resulting in a pass with no defects recorded. The mechanical trend appears stable. While there were failures recorded in October 2023 and October 2025, these resulted in passes shortly after without any specific defects being documented in the history provided. This suggests that any minor issues found were rectified quickly to meet safety standards. The vehicle has covered 55,106 miles in approximately 24 years, averaging roughly 2,296 miles per year. This is significantly lower than the national average. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can also imply the car has spent long periods stationary. Long periods of inactivity can lead to issues with rubber components, seals, and fluid degradation. Because the mileage is so low, the condition of the car likely depends more on how it was stored and maintained rather than heavy usage. The lack of recorded defects over the last few years is a positive sign, but the low usage pattern means you cannot assume all components are in peak condition simply due to low mileage.

LL02 TSO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
  • 55,106 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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LL02 TSO Mileage History

  1. 16/10/202350,801 mi
  2. 16/10/202350,801 mi
  3. 17/09/202452,748 mi+1,947 mi
  4. 10/10/202555,068 mi+2,320 mi
  5. 28/10/202555,106 mi+38 mi

Average of roughly 2,116 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LL02 TSO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 18:35
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mini Cooper (LL02 TSO) between October 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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