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LS03 BTF

2003 Mini Mini Cooper S

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,407 mi
Last recorded26,407 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper S53,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 BTF
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper S
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2009 26,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel cap seal showing signs of deterioration.

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges.... recommend wheel alignment to be checked.

Waher jet aims require adjustment.

Pass 18 Feb 2008 21,092 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 17,710 miles

Engine breather hose split

Pass 3 May 2006 13,657 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 13,657 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

slight damage to o/s mirror glass.

How Reliable is the Mini Mini Cooper S?

Based on 4,515 MOT tests across 788 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
4,456
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 65
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Registration plate lamp not working 45
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 42
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LS03 BTF is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper S in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS03 BTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Mini Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LS03 BTF?

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What year was LS03 BTF registered?

LS03 BTF is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper S, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is LS03 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 BTF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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