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GR53 ZZE

2003 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,605 mi
Last recorded46,605 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover Mini65,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR53 ZZE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 46,605 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 45,946 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 44,409 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight oil leak from gear input shaft

Pass 12 Jul 2023 38,563 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 37,896 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 36,881 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 36,879 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 36,380 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 36,380 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 35,401 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 35,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 34,622 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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GR53 ZZE is a 2003 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 65,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GR53 ZZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 23 years old, this Rover Mini is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GR53 ZZE registered?

GR53 ZZE is a 2003 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is GR53 ZZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR53 ZZE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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