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 2004 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 119,514 miles on the clock, averaging 5,795 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 MM53 HFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,514 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,686 |
| Average per year | 5,795 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MM53 HFW |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 HFW
What car is MM53 HFW?
MM53 HFW is an silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MM53 HFW?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 HFW was 119,514 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 HFW passed its MOT?
MM53 HFW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2024.
Is MM53 HFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 HFW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MM53 HFW?
MM53 HFW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.