The road tax status for BG53 OEU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BG53 OEU?

The MOT for BG53 OEU is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 May 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of BG53 OEU?

The recorded mileage for BG53 OEU is 123,606 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BG53 OEU ULEZ compliant?

No, BG53 OEU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 MINI Cooper 1.6L Petrol · BG53 OEU

BG53 OEU

2003 MINI Cooper (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 123,606 miles. MOT expired on 28 May 2026.

Make & Model: MINI COOPER
Year / Origin: 2003 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 28 May 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 123,606 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

1598cc

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BG53 OEU Key Findings

33 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2025
123,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
13 historical MOT failures
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (44 mentions)

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BG53 OEU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 09:47

MOT Analysis

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33 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mini Cooper (BG53 OEU) between November 2006 and May 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 13 failures.

The most recent test on 22 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 13 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (44 issues), Suspension (36 issues), Lighting (21 issues), Tyres (20 issues), Windscreen (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 102 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 Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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BG53 OEU Mileage History

02/11/200626,882 mi
29/10/200734,646 mi+7,764 mi
29/10/200843,914 mi+9,268 mi
29/10/200843,914 mi
07/11/200950,963 mi+7,049 mi
19/11/200950,963 mi
18/11/201056,818 mi+5,855 mi
18/11/201056,818 mi
18/11/201163,658 mi+6,840 mi
22/11/201163,659 mi+1 mi
20/11/201270,396 mi+6,737 mi
20/11/201270,396 mi
16/10/201378,779 mi+8,383 mi
18/10/201378,779 mi
20/03/201483,602 mi+4,823 mi
24/03/201483,622 mi+20 mi
12/02/201593,027 mi+9,405 mi
01/02/201694,746 mi+1,719 mi
01/02/201694,746 mi
08/02/201797,171 mi+2,425 mi
08/02/201797,171 mi
01/02/2018100,277 mi+3,106 mi
01/04/2019101,102 mi+825 mi
01/04/2019101,110 mi+8 mi
25/03/2020105,012 mi+3,902 mi
19/03/2021106,081 mi+1,069 mi
19/03/2021106,081 mi
20/04/2022109,056 mi+2,975 mi
20/04/2022109,061 mi+5 mi
03/04/2023111,950 mi+2,889 mi
30/05/2024116,477 mi+4,527 mi
21/05/2025123,606 mi+7,129 mi
22/05/2025123,606 mi

Average of roughly 5,214 miles per year across 33 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)

2 dangerous defects found recently

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