2003 MINI 1.6L Petrol · WM52 ESO
2003 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Feb 2003. Recorded mileage 85,749 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,749 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WM52 ESO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 85,749 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WM52 ESO 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 (WM52 ESO) between November 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 January 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: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). 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))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))”.
WM52 ESO Mileage History
- 03/11/202380,773 mi
- 28/10/202483,400 mi+2,627 mi
- 28/10/202483,400 mi
- 08/01/202685,749 mi+2,349 mi
- 21/01/202685,749 mi
Average of roughly 2,244 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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