CarVerify

Free Car Check

FJZ 1623

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Black Other 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

155,982 mi
Last recorded155,982 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mini
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJZ 1623
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 155,982 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 155,736 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 149,689 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 149,651 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 145,839 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 145,771 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 143,223 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 143,179 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 139,290 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 139,223 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 132,637 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 127,015 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 121,869 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper?

Based on 12,546 MOT tests across 2,117 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
4,648
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
Brake pipe excessively corroded 150
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Headlamp aim too low 108
position lamp(s) not working 104
Full Mini Mini Cooper reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FJZ 1623 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,206 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJZ 1623, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJZ 1623?

You can check the full history of FJZ 1623 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FJZ 1623 registered?

FJZ 1623 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 18 April 2003.

Is FJZ 1623 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJZ 1623 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJZ 1623 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FJZ 1623. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.