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RA53 CYL

2003 Mini Mini One

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,947 mi
Last recorded115,947 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini One60,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 CYL
MakeMini
ModelMini One
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2026 115,947 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 113,282 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 110,817 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 108,007 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 103,924 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 100,818 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 93,165 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 86,791 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 82,293 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 75,952 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 70,715 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 66,227 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 61,112 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 53,840 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 48,122 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 42,349 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 36,122 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 29,514 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 24,909 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini One?

Based on 10,863 MOT tests across 1,925 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
4,326
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 140
Headlamp aim too low 73
position lamp(s) not working 66
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
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RA53 CYL is a 2003 Mini Mini One in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mini Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 60,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA53 CYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA53 CYL registered?

RA53 CYL is a 2003 Mini Mini One, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is RA53 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA53 CYL shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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