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 2017 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 99,987 miles on the clock, averaging 9,343 miles per year, above 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 BJ17 VRZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,987 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BJ17 VRZ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About BJ17 VRZ
What car is BJ17 VRZ?
BJ17 VRZ is a grey Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2017.
What is the mileage of BJ17 VRZ?
The last recorded mileage for BJ17 VRZ was 99,987 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ17 VRZ passed its MOT?
BJ17 VRZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2026.
Is BJ17 VRZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ17 VRZ 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 BJ17 VRZ?
BJ17 VRZ is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.