2002 MINI 1.6L Petrol · R12 RAY
2002 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 26 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 139,511 miles. MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,511 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R12 RAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2026
- 139,511 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R12 RAY MOT History
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 Mini (R12 RAY) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 August 2026 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: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Central Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Driver's airbag obviously inoperative airbag light on dash (7.1.5 (c))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
R12 RAY Mileage History
- 22/08/2024125,831 mi
- 27/08/2024126,026 mi+195 mi
- 23/08/2025133,734 mi+7,708 mi
- 21/08/2026139,411 mi+5,677 mi
- 22/08/2026139,511 mi+100 mi
Average of roughly 6,844 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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