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At a glance
This 2005 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 98,273 miles on the clock, averaging 5,456 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 AY05 LRA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,273 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,044 |
| Average per year | 5,456 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | AY05 LRA |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AY05 LRA
What car is AY05 LRA?
AY05 LRA is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AY05 LRA?
The last recorded mileage for AY05 LRA was 98,273 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY05 LRA passed its MOT?
AY05 LRA has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2018.
Is AY05 LRA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY05 LRA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AY05 LRA?
AY05 LRA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.