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PHZ 2163

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,599 mi
Last recorded100,599 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHZ 2163
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 100,599 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 95,722 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 90,578 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 85,741 miles
Fail 6 May 2023 85,573 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 80,665 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 77,071 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 70,005 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 66,583 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 64,088 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
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PHZ 2163 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PHZ 2163, 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 PHZ 2163?

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What year was PHZ 2163 registered?

PHZ 2163 is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is PHZ 2163 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHZ 2163 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHZ 2163 have outstanding finance?

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