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KC51 VAU

2002 Mini One · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelOne
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 One Petrol 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). The 1.6 Petrol engine is known for w10b16a and cylinder head cracking.

MOT & Mileage History for KC51 VAU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
5,555

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

Below average
Latest reading124,025 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,966
Average per year5,555
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KC51 VAU 40k61k82k103k124k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
Mileage124,025 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage121,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,059 miles
PASS
Mileage128,473 miles
Since last MOT+10,018 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,455 miles
Since last MOT+3,356 miles
PASS
Mileage115,099 miles
Since last MOT+3,482 miles
PASS
Mileage111,617 miles
Since last MOT+3,609 miles
PASS
Mileage108,008 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,008 miles
Since last MOT+3,274 miles
PASS
Mileage104,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,734 miles
Since last MOT+3,867 miles
PASS
Mileage100,867 miles
Since last MOT+5,876 miles
PASS
Mileage94,991 miles
Since last MOT+6,463 miles
PASS
Mileage88,528 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,528 miles
Since last MOT+6,321 miles
PASS
Mileage82,207 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,207 miles
Since last MOT+8,131 miles
PASS
Mileage74,076 miles
Since last MOT+9,644 miles
PASS
Mileage64,432 miles
Since last MOT+11,941 miles
PASS
Mileage52,491 miles
Since last MOT+12,533 miles
PASS
Mileage39,958 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Mini One

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini One 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

RegistrationKC51 VAU
MakeMini
ModelOne
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About KC51 VAU

What car is KC51 VAU?

KC51 VAU is a red Mini One, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.

Has KC51 VAU passed its MOT?

KC51 VAU has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.

Is KC51 VAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC51 VAU 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 KC51 VAU?

KC51 VAU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.