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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 113,326 miles on the clock, averaging 6,788 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 MT52 EAY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,326 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | MT52 EAY |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MT52 EAY
What car is MT52 EAY?
MT52 EAY is an red Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT52 EAY?
The last recorded mileage for MT52 EAY was 113,326 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT52 EAY passed its MOT?
MT52 EAY has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2020.
Is MT52 EAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 EAY 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 MT52 EAY?
MT52 EAY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.