BG03 KTN

2003 MINI — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MINI
Year
2003
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
12 August 2026 (59 days away)
Last recorded mileage
5,727 mi

AI verdict AVOID 48/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2003 Mini has 24 MOT tests on record with a 75% pass rate and 5,727 miles. The mileage trajectory is highly suspicious, and the vehicle's long history of failures and advisories makes it a high-risk purchase.

The vehicle shows suspiciously low mileage before Aug 2022 (23 mi/yr equivalent), followed by a significant drop in annual usage, which is highly unusual for a 23-year-old car.

Things to check

  • MOT HISTORY GAPS: A 20-year gap in MOT records (2003–2023) is a major red flag for a 23-year-old vehicle.
  • SUSPICIOUS MILEAGE: Recorded mileage of 23 mi/yr equivalent before Aug 2022 is extremely low and highly suspicious.
  • RECURRING MAJOR FAILURES: Multiple major failures in suspension, steering, and lights across its history.
  • HIGH-CONCERN ADVISORIES: Recurring advisories on tyres, engine oil, and emissions, indicating ongoing wear and neglect.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until August 2026: Provides immediate peace of mind regarding roadworthiness.
  • No recent MOT failures: The most recent MOT in July 2025 passed without major defects.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory: Once past the initial low usage, the car has maintained a steady, albeit low, annual mileage.
  • Euro NCAP rating of 5/5 stars (2024): Excellent safety rating for a 23-year-old vehicle.

Mileage history

May 2006: 5,727 mi PASSJun 2007: 10,858 mi PASSJun 2008: 18,640 mi PASSJun 2009: 28,293 mi PASSJun 2010: 36,682 mi PASSJan 2011: 40,109 mi FAILJan 2011: 40,109 mi PASSJun 2012: 51,789 mi FAILJun 2012: 51,789 mi PASSJun 2013: 59,139 mi PASSJul 2014: 65,211 mi PASSJul 2015: 69,873 mi PASSDec 2016: 72,125 mi PASSJan 2018: 73,332 mi FAILJan 2018: 73,332 mi PASSJan 2019: 75,042 mi FAILJan 2019: 75,042 mi PASSJan 2020: 76,056 mi FAILJan 2020: 76,057 mi PASSAug 2022: 76,118 mi FAILAug 2022: 76,118 mi PASSAug 2023: 82,761 mi PASSAug 2024: 88,852 mi PASSJul 2025: 93,880 mi PASS94k50k6kMay 2006Jul 2025

MOT test history — 18/24 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2006 PASS 5,727 mi None recorded
Jun 2007 PASS 10,858 mi None recorded
Jun 2008 PASS 18,640 mi None recorded
Jun 2009 PASS 28,293 mi None recorded
Jun 2010 PASS 36,682 mi None recorded
Jan 2011 FAIL 40,109 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Jan 2011 PASS 40,109 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Jun 2012 FAIL 51,789 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Jun 2012 PASS 51,789 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Jun 2013 PASS 59,139 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jul 2014 PASS 65,211 mi None recorded
Jul 2015 PASS 69,873 mi None recorded
Dec 2016 PASS 72,125 mi
ADVISORY all four tyres cracking
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower rear bush has play
Jan 2018 FAIL 73,332 mi
PRS Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Jan 2018 PASS 73,332 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Jan 2019 FAIL 75,042 mi
ADVISORY Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm worn outer edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Power steering pump has slight seepage leaking (2.1.5 (a))
ADVISORY Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY coolant level low
Jan 2019 PASS 75,042 mi
ADVISORY Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
ADVISORY Power steering pump has slight seepage leaking (2.1.5 (a))
ADVISORY Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY coolant level low
Jan 2020 FAIL 76,056 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
ADVISORY Coolant leak
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Jan 2020 PASS 76,057 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Aug 2022 FAIL 76,118 mi
PRS Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Aug 2022 PASS 76,118 mi None recorded
Aug 2023 PASS 82,761 mi
ADVISORY Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Aug 2024 PASS 88,852 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Jul 2025 PASS 93,880 mi
MINOR Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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