2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · FT03 HCV
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 129,258 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,258 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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FT03 HCV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2026
- 129,258 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FT03 HCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mini Mini (FT03 HCV) between June 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 05 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both Sides (4.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
FT03 HCV Mileage History
- 11/06/2024128,134 mi
- 02/07/2024128,158 mi+24 mi
- 08/07/2024128,184 mi+26 mi
- 05/01/2026129,258 mi+1,074 mi
- 05/01/2026129,258 mi
Average of roughly 716 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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