2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · ML03 BFP
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 103,316 miles. MOT valid until 06 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,316 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML03 BFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 103,316 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML03 BFP 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 (ML03 BFP) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 March 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 (14 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
ML03 BFP Mileage History
- 28/03/2024100,831 mi
- 28/03/2024100,837 mi+6 mi
- 25/03/2025102,137 mi+1,300 mi
- 25/03/2025102,145 mi+8 mi
- 23/03/2026103,316 mi+1,171 mi
Average of roughly 1,252 miles per year across 5 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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