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2001 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · VE51 YMM

VE51 YMM

2001 MINI Cooper (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2001. MOT valid until 09 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
MINI COOPER
Year / Origin
2001 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 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, dated 2026-03-10, resulted in a pass, but it noted several specific issues. The main risk pattern involves ongoing issues with tyre wear, specifically the nearside rear tyre being worn close to the legal limit and showing cracking in the tread, alongside damage to the offside rear tyre. There is also a noted oil leak and a modified nearside front sub-frame repair. The trend in the MOT history shows inconsistency. The vehicle passed in December 2024, but the subsequent failure in December 2024 indicated issues with headlamp alignment. The most recent pass in March 2026 recorded several component wear items, suggesting that while some immediate faults were addressed, wear items are present. This pattern is not clearly improving; it shows a mixture of passing and specific wear issues being noted. As the mileage is unknown, it is impossible to accurately judge if the wear observed is due to high mileage or age. A buyer should immediately inspect the tyres, paying close attention to the nearside rear tyre for cracking and wear depth. They must also check the area around the nearside front sub-frame and look for any signs of persistent oil leakage.

VE51 YMM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 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
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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VE51 YMM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 17:03
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 (VE51 YMM) between November 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 March 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: Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”.

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