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PE53 JFY

2003 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Gold Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGold
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 73,768 miles on the clock, averaging 2,880 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 PE53 JFY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
73,768
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
2,880

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,768 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,880
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE53 JFY 18k32k46k60k74k '06'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,768 miles
Since last MOT+8,438 miles
PASS
Mileage65,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,330 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
PASS
Mileage65,288 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,288 miles
Since last MOT+1,042 miles
PASS
Mileage64,246 miles
Since last MOT+269 miles
PASS
Mileage63,977 miles
Since last MOT+245 miles
PASS
Mileage63,732 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,713 miles
Since last MOT+4,852 miles
PASS
Mileage58,861 miles
Since last MOT+1,876 miles
PASS
Mileage56,985 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,981 miles
Since last MOT+1,996 miles
PASS
Mileage54,985 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,982 miles
Since last MOT+1,918 miles
PASS
Mileage53,064 miles
Since last MOT+1,600 miles
PASS
Mileage51,464 miles
Since last MOT+6,177 miles
PASS
Mileage45,287 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,285 miles
Since last MOT+3,885 miles
PASS
Mileage41,400 miles
Since last MOT+3,323 miles
PASS
Mileage38,077 miles
Since last MOT+5,019 miles
PASS
Mileage33,058 miles
Since last MOT+4,962 miles
PASS
Mileage28,096 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,096 miles
Since last MOT+5,040 miles
PASS
Mileage23,056 miles
Since last MOT+5,330 miles
PASS
Mileage17,726 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

RegistrationPE53 JFY
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PE53 JFY

What car is PE53 JFY?

PE53 JFY is a gold Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PE53 JFY?

The last recorded mileage for PE53 JFY was 73,768 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE53 JFY passed its MOT?

PE53 JFY has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2026.

Is PE53 JFY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 JFY 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 PE53 JFY?

PE53 JFY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.