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When is the MOT due for RN02 OPC?

The MOT for RN02 OPC is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of RN02 OPC?

The recorded mileage for RN02 OPC is 159,011 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RN02 OPC ULEZ compliant?

No, RN02 OPC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RN02 OPC

RN02 OPC

2002 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 159,011 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2002 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 29 Jul 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 159,011 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

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Engine

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RN02 OPC Key Findings

36 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2025
159,011 miles recorded at latest MOT
15 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (53 mentions)

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RN02 OPC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 05:54

MOT Analysis

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36 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mini Mini (RN02 OPC) between August 2005 and July 2025.

The record contains 21 passes and 15 failures.

The most recent test on 25 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 15 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (53 issues), Lighting (45 issues), Tyres (22 issues), Windscreen (20 issues), Suspension (18 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 152 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 Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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RN02 OPC Mileage History

01/08/20057,729 mi
28/07/200613,681 mi+5,952 mi
26/07/200719,825 mi+6,144 mi
28/07/200827,977 mi+8,152 mi
28/07/200827,977 mi
27/07/200936,286 mi+8,309 mi
27/07/200936,288 mi+2 mi
26/07/201046,039 mi+9,751 mi
27/07/201046,041 mi+2 mi
29/07/201153,978 mi+7,937 mi
29/07/201153,978 mi
24/07/201264,171 mi+10,193 mi
24/07/201264,171 mi
23/07/201373,878 mi+9,707 mi
24/07/201482,174 mi+8,296 mi
24/07/201482,174 mi
27/07/201590,392 mi+8,218 mi
27/07/201590,392 mi
29/07/201698,553 mi+8,161 mi
29/07/201698,553 mi
21/07/2017105,376 mi+6,823 mi
21/07/2017105,376 mi
23/07/2018112,649 mi+7,273 mi
26/07/2019121,582 mi+8,933 mi
31/07/2020128,090 mi+6,508 mi
31/07/2020128,090 mi
23/07/2021131,704 mi+3,614 mi
23/07/2021131,704 mi
25/07/2022137,711 mi+6,007 mi
26/07/2022137,742 mi+31 mi
18/07/2023143,703 mi+5,961 mi
19/07/2023143,703 mi
23/07/2024147,353 mi+3,650 mi
23/07/2024147,353 mi
24/07/2025159,001 mi+11,648 mi
25/07/2025159,011 mi+10 mi

Average of roughly 7,571 miles per year across 36 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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