2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · R53 GBT
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05 May 2003. Recorded mileage 86,119 miles. MOT expired on 08 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
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R53 GBT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2025
- 86,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R53 GBT 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 (R53 GBT) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
R53 GBT Mileage History
- 02/08/202279,699 mi
- 17/07/202381,575 mi+1,876 mi
- 06/08/202484,395 mi+2,820 mi
- 06/08/202586,119 mi+1,724 mi
Average of roughly 2,132 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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