Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid

2001 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · LL51 DLE

LL51 DLE

2001 MINI Cooper (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2001. Recorded mileage 58,563 miles. MOT valid until 26/10/2026. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
MINI COOPER
Year / Origin
2001 · Wimbledon (South London)
MOT Status
Valid until 26/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
58,563 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2001
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.

The most recent MOT on 2025-10-27 showed the 2001 MINI COOPER passed, but multiple safety-critical issues were recorded. Front upper strut top mounts were noisy on both sides, indicating potential suspension wear. Both rear coil springs were corroded, and shock absorbers had external damage and corrosion. Tyres on all four corners showed signs of wear, cracking, or perishing, with one nearside front tyre close to the legal limit. These findings suggest ongoing mechanical degradation, particularly in suspension and tyre condition. Recurring issues include brake disc wear, pitting, or scoring on both front and rear axles, first noted in 2022 and persisting through 2025. This pattern indicates a systemic problem with braking components, possibly due to age or heavy use. Suspension-related defects, such as corroded coil springs and damaged shock absorbers, also reappeared, though some were addressed after the 2022 failure. However, the 2025 MOT highlights new concerns, suggesting the vehicle’s mechanical integrity may be deteriorating. The trend shows mixed results.

LL51 DLE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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.

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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LL51 DLE Mileage History

  1. 26/09/202255,883 mi
  2. 27/09/202255,895 mi+12 mi
  3. 12/09/202358,563 mi+2,668 mi

Average of roughly 2,790 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

LL51 DLE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 31 Aug 2026, 10:51
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 2001 Mini Cooper (LL51 DLE) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 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: “Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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