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FH53 JUX

2003 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 99,100 miles on the clock, averaging 5,283 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 FH53 JUX

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,100
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,283

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,100 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,138
Average per year5,283
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH53 JUX 30k47k64k82k99k '06'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,100 miles
Since last MOT+3,138 miles
PASS
Mileage95,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,962 miles
Since last MOT+7,453 miles
PASS
Mileage88,509 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,502 miles
Since last MOT+2,773 miles
PASS
Mileage85,729 miles
Since last MOT+3,767 miles
PASS
Mileage81,962 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,909 miles
Since last MOT+4,097 miles
PASS
Mileage77,812 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,812 miles
Since last MOT+10,286 miles
PASS
Mileage67,526 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,526 miles
Since last MOT+5,973 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,553 miles
Since last MOT+9,473 miles
PASS
Mileage52,080 miles
Since last MOT+2,203 miles
PASS
Mileage49,877 miles
Since last MOT+4,138 miles
PASS
Mileage45,739 miles
Since last MOT+3,700 miles
PASS
Mileage42,039 miles
Since last MOT+4,340 miles
PASS
Mileage37,699 miles
Since last MOT+7,835 miles
PASS
Mileage29,864 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mini Cooper

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2001–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

W10B16A

Cylinder head cracking

Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 JUX
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FH53 JUX

What car is FH53 JUX?

FH53 JUX is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH53 JUX?

The last recorded mileage for FH53 JUX was 99,100 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH53 JUX passed its MOT?

FH53 JUX has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2020.

Is FH53 JUX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 JUX 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 FH53 JUX?

FH53 JUX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.