2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · MF53 DHX
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 48,125 miles. MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,125 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MF53 DHX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
- 48,125 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MF53 DHX 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 (MF53 DHX) between January 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 February 2026 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 (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
MF53 DHX Mileage History
- 18/01/202442,658 mi
- 18/01/202442,658 mi
- 25/01/202546,180 mi+3,522 mi
- 05/02/202546,241 mi+61 mi
- 17/02/202648,125 mi+1,884 mi
Average of roughly 2,624 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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