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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 111,526 miles on the clock, averaging 4,638 miles per year, well 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 OY03 LBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 111,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,198 |
| Average per year | 4,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | OY03 LBJ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OY03 LBJ
What car is OY03 LBJ?
OY03 LBJ is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY03 LBJ?
The last recorded mileage for OY03 LBJ was 111,526 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY03 LBJ passed its MOT?
OY03 LBJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2023.
Is OY03 LBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 LBJ 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 OY03 LBJ?
OY03 LBJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.