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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 158,164 miles on the clock, averaging 7,181 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 SA03 HDR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,164 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SA03 HDR |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SA03 HDR
What car is SA03 HDR?
SA03 HDR is an gold Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA03 HDR?
The last recorded mileage for SA03 HDR was 158,164 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA03 HDR passed its MOT?
SA03 HDR has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2022.
Is SA03 HDR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA03 HDR 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 SA03 HDR?
SA03 HDR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.