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EP51 FEF

2002 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 143,695 miles on the clock, averaging 1,080 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 W10 Naturally Aspirated engine is known for w10b16a and cylinder head cracking.

MOT & Mileage History for EP51 FEF

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,695
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2018
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
1,080

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading143,695 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,152
Average per year1,080
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EP51 FEF 142k143k143k143k144k '18'19'18

Check EP51 FEF

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,695 miles
Since last MOT+1,152 miles
PASS
Mileage142,543 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,459 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mini Cooper

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2001–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

W10B16A

Cylinder head cracking

Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP51 FEF
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEP — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EP51 FEF

What car is EP51 FEF?

EP51 FEF is an grey Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EP51 FEF?

The last recorded mileage for EP51 FEF was 143,695 miles, recorded on 2 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EP51 FEF passed its MOT?

EP51 FEF has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 May 2019.

Is EP51 FEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EP51 FEF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EP51 FEF?

EP51 FEF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.