Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 124,443 miles on the clock, averaging 6,034 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 MA03 JVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,443 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,999 |
| Average per year | 6,034 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | MA03 JVE |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MA03 JVE
What car is MA03 JVE?
MA03 JVE is an blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA03 JVE?
The last recorded mileage for MA03 JVE was 124,443 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA03 JVE passed its MOT?
MA03 JVE has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 13 Oct 2022.
Is MA03 JVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA03 JVE 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 MA03 JVE?
MA03 JVE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.