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SO03 NXZ

2003 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1600cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1600cc
ColourBlue
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 1600cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 95,159 miles on the clock, averaging 845 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 SO03 NXZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,159
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2020
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
845

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading95,159 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,443
Average per year845
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SO03 NXZ 94k94k94k95k95k '20'22'21

Check SO03 NXZ

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,159 miles
Since last MOT+1,443 miles
PASS
Mileage93,716 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
PASS
Mileage93,651 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

RegistrationSO03 NXZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1600cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSO — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SO03 NXZ

What car is SO03 NXZ?

SO03 NXZ is an blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SO03 NXZ?

The last recorded mileage for SO03 NXZ was 95,159 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SO03 NXZ passed its MOT?

SO03 NXZ has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2022.

Is SO03 NXZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO03 NXZ 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 SO03 NXZ?

SO03 NXZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.