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 2005 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 88,951 miles on the clock, averaging 5,558 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 BL05 WXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,951 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,783 |
| Average per year | 5,558 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BL05 WXP |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BL05 WXP
What car is BL05 WXP?
BL05 WXP is a blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL05 WXP?
The last recorded mileage for BL05 WXP was 88,951 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL05 WXP passed its MOT?
BL05 WXP has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2020.
Is BL05 WXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL05 WXP 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 BL05 WXP?
BL05 WXP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.