2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RV53 ABX
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 10 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 111,740 miles. MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,740 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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RV53 ABX Key Findings
- 29 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2026
- 111,740 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (25 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RV53 ABX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mini Mini (RV53 ABX) between October 2006 and October 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (25 issues), Tyres (19 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Brakes (15 issues), Bodywork (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 87 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.
RV53 ABX Mileage History
- 06/10/200612,951 mi
- 05/10/200717,218 mi+4,267 mi
- 10/10/200821,353 mi+4,135 mi
- 25/09/200914,875 mi-6,478 mi
- 17/09/201031,661 mi+16,786 mi
- 23/09/201138,172 mi+6,511 mi
- 28/09/201244,670 mi+6,498 mi
- 09/10/201350,300 mi+5,630 mi
- 06/10/201451,007 mi+707 mi
- 01/10/201551,419 mi+412 mi
- 09/10/201551,419 mi
- 03/10/201655,054 mi+3,635 mi
- 03/10/201655,054 mi
- 04/10/201757,931 mi+2,877 mi
- 10/10/201860,256 mi+2,325 mi
- 10/10/201860,256 mi
- 12/10/201962,547 mi+2,291 mi
- 14/10/201962,547 mi
- 15/10/202063,565 mi+1,018 mi
- 16/10/202063,567 mi+2 mi
- 09/10/202175,268 mi+11,701 mi
- 08/10/202288,160 mi+12,892 mi
- 14/10/2023102,456 mi+14,296 mi
- 18/10/2023102,578 mi+122 mi
- 12/10/2024108,018 mi+5,440 mi
- 12/10/2024108,018 mi
- 18/10/2025109,868 mi+1,850 mi
- 16/10/2026111,740 mi+1,872 mi
- 16/10/2026111,740 mi
Average of roughly 4,933 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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