Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 55,029 miles on the clock, averaging 9,914 miles per year, above 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 AE54 VSJ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 55,029 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 9,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | AE54 VSJ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AE54 VSJ
What car is AE54 VSJ?
AE54 VSJ is an red Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AE54 VSJ?
The last recorded mileage for AE54 VSJ was 55,029 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE54 VSJ passed its MOT?
AE54 VSJ has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2009.
Is AE54 VSJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE54 VSJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE54 VSJ?
AE54 VSJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.