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LJ52 GWF

2002 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 51,782 miles on the clock, averaging 2,258 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 LJ52 GWF

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,782
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
2,258

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 reading51,782 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,990
Average per year2,258
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ52 GWF 9k20k30k41k52k '05'24'14

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,990 miles
PASS
Mileage48,792 miles
Since last MOT+2,196 miles
PASS
Mileage46,596 miles
Since last MOT+2,980 miles
PASS
Mileage43,616 miles
Since last MOT+2,213 miles
PASS
Mileage41,403 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,401 miles
Since last MOT+1,312 miles
PASS
Mileage40,089 miles
Since last MOT+868 miles
PASS
Mileage39,221 miles
Since last MOT+1,998 miles
PASS
Mileage37,223 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,222 miles
Since last MOT+2,670 miles
PASS
Mileage34,552 miles
Since last MOT+1,255 miles
PASS
Mileage33,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,297 miles
Since last MOT+1,802 miles
PASS
Mileage31,495 miles
Since last MOT+2,368 miles
PASS
Mileage29,127 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,126 miles
Since last MOT+1,715 miles
PASS
Mileage27,411 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,410 miles
Since last MOT+2,944 miles
PASS
Mileage24,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,466 miles
Since last MOT+1,691 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,775 miles
Since last MOT+2,187 miles
PASS
Mileage20,588 miles
Since last MOT+2,579 miles
PASS
Mileage18,009 miles
Since last MOT+3,091 miles
PASS
Mileage14,918 miles
Since last MOT+3,329 miles
PASS
Mileage11,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage11,589 miles
Since last MOT+2,626 miles
PASS
Mileage8,963 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

RegistrationLJ52 GWF
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 GWF

What car is LJ52 GWF?

LJ52 GWF is an silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 GWF?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 GWF was 51,782 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 GWF passed its MOT?

LJ52 GWF has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2024.

Is LJ52 GWF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 GWF 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 LJ52 GWF?

LJ52 GWF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.