2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · RA53 TAA
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 106,536 miles. MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,536 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RA53 TAA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
- 106,536 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RA53 TAA 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 (RA53 TAA) between December 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 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: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding and by hand (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding and by hand (1.2.1 (f))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
RA53 TAA Mileage History
- 23/12/2023103,115 mi
- 20/12/2024105,590 mi+2,475 mi
- 20/12/2024105,590 mi
- 27/03/2026106,536 mi+946 mi
- 27/03/2026106,536 mi
Average of roughly 1,514 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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