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GU03 BLV

2003 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 94,821 miles on the clock, averaging 5,297 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 GU03 BLV

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,821
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
84%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,297

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,821 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,299
Average per year5,297
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU03 BLV 18k37k56k76k95k '06'21'14

Check GU03 BLV

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,821 miles
Since last MOT+5,299 miles
PASS
Mileage89,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,522 miles
Since last MOT+8,749 miles
PASS
Mileage80,773 miles
Since last MOT+8,344 miles
PASS
Mileage72,429 miles
Since last MOT+1,429 miles
PASS
Mileage71,000 miles
Since last MOT+3,469 miles
PASS
Mileage67,531 miles
Since last MOT+3,537 miles
PASS
Mileage63,994 miles
Since last MOT+4,043 miles
PASS
Mileage59,951 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,951 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
PASS
Mileage54,946 miles
Since last MOT+2,268 miles
PASS
Mileage52,678 miles
Since last MOT+2,450 miles
PASS
Mileage50,228 miles
Since last MOT+3,561 miles
PASS
Mileage46,667 miles
Since last MOT+9,525 miles
PASS
Mileage37,142 miles
Since last MOT+7,569 miles
PASS
Mileage29,573 miles
Since last MOT+5,489 miles
PASS
Mileage24,084 miles
Since last MOT+129 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,015 miles
PASS
Mileage17,940 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

RegistrationGU03 BLV
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GU03 BLV

What car is GU03 BLV?

GU03 BLV is a black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU03 BLV?

The last recorded mileage for GU03 BLV was 94,821 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU03 BLV passed its MOT?

GU03 BLV has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2021.

Is GU03 BLV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU03 BLV 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 GU03 BLV?

GU03 BLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.