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 2022 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 18,289 miles on the clock, averaging 3,816 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 BP71 VLE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failure recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 18,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 3,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | BP71 VLE |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 71 — September 2021 to February 2022 |
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About BP71 VLE
What car is BP71 VLE?
BP71 VLE is a green Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2022.
What is the mileage of BP71 VLE?
The last recorded mileage for BP71 VLE was 18,289 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP71 VLE passed its MOT?
BP71 VLE has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.
Is BP71 VLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP71 VLE 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 BP71 VLE?
BP71 VLE is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 71 means registered between 1 September 2021 and 28 February 2022.