Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 14 (56% pass rate). It has 137,285 miles on the clock, averaging 5,404 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 W10 Naturally Aspirated engine is known for w10b16a and cylinder head cracking.
MOT & Mileage History for BN03 FMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
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W10B16A
Cylinder head cracking
Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN03 FMU |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BN03 FMU
What car is BN03 FMU?
BN03 FMU is a black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN03 FMU?
The last recorded mileage for BN03 FMU was 137,285 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN03 FMU passed its MOT?
BN03 FMU has had 32 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (18 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2025.
Is BN03 FMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN03 FMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BN03 FMU?
BN03 FMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.