2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · MA53 HKX
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 18 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 141,415 miles. MOT expired on 02 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,415 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA53 HKX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2024
- 141,415 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA53 HKX 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 (MA53 HKX) between May 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
MA53 HKX Mileage History
- 24/05/2022136,576 mi
- 26/05/2022136,578 mi+2 mi
- 04/08/2023139,405 mi+2,827 mi
- 22/07/2024141,415 mi+2,010 mi
- 22/07/2024141,415 mi
Average of roughly 2,237 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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