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 2016 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 56,619 miles on the clock, averaging 4,789 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 B38 TwinPower Turbo engine is known for b38a15a and timing chain and guides.
MOT & Mileage History for BA16 ARA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,811 |
| Average per year | 4,789 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2014–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
B38A15A
Timing Chain and Guides
Chain stretches prematurely; guides can break.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BA16 ARA |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BA — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BA16 ARA
What car is BA16 ARA?
BA16 ARA is a black Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BA16 ARA?
The last recorded mileage for BA16 ARA was 56,619 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BA16 ARA passed its MOT?
BA16 ARA has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is BA16 ARA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BA16 ARA is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BA16 ARA?
BA16 ARA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.