Official DVLA Record

2002 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · VE02 GGV

VE02 GGV

2002 MINI Cooper (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2002. Recorded mileage 75,119 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
MINI COOPER
Year / Origin
2002 · Worcester
MOT Status
Valid until 13/05/2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
75,119 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 13/05/2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
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.

The 2002 MINI Cooper shows a concerning pattern of recurring issues, with the most recent MOT in May 2024 revealing multiple defects. These include an oil leak, power steering hose seepage, brake pipe corrosion, worn brake discs, and tyres near the legal limit. The vehicle failed the MOT just one day before passing, indicating ongoing problems that were not fully resolved. The main risk pattern involves brake systems, steering, and tyre wear. Brake components show signs of deterioration, particularly on the nearside rear and offside front. Steering rack play and wheel bearing issues have also been noted. These are safety-critical areas requiring immediate attention. The condition trend appears to be worsening. Issues from previous MOTs, such as brake pipe corrosion and tyre wear, have persisted and even worsened. The failure in 2024 suggests repairs were incomplete or not prioritised, raising concerns about maintenance standards.

VE02 GGV Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2024
  • 75,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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VE02 GGV Mileage History

  1. 29/04/202252,837 mi
  2. 11/05/202362,757 mi+9,920 mi
  3. 14/05/202475,118 mi+12,361 mi
  4. 15/05/202475,119 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 10,895 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

VE02 GGV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 20:16
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mini Cooper (VE02 GGV) between April 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 May 2024 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: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 rough when rotated and play (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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