2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · JM52 MAB
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 85,663 miles. MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,663 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JM52 MAB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2025
- 85,663 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JM52 MAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mini Mini (JM52 MAB) between October 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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 Brake disc contaminated Both side (1.1.14 (b))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”.
JM52 MAB Mileage History
- 11/10/202372,436 mi
- 12/10/202372,436 mi
- 30/09/202474,345 mi+1,909 mi
- 22/09/202585,663 mi+11,318 mi
Average of roughly 6,786 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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