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SJ03 SHR

2003 Mini Mini Cooper

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,484 mi
Last recorded44,484 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2008
Typical for 2003 Mini Mini Cooper50,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 SHR
MakeMini
ModelMini Cooper
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2008 44,484 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 33,873 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 31,955 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 31,955 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 21,331 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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SJ03 SHR is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper in Black 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 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 SJ03 SHR, 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 SJ03 SHR?

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What year was SJ03 SHR registered?

SJ03 SHR is a 2003 Mini Mini Cooper, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is SJ03 SHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 SHR 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.

Does SJ03 SHR have outstanding finance?

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