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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 42,720 miles on the clock, averaging 3,994 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 BU16 EFT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,720 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,012 |
| Average per year | 3,994 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
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B38A15A
Timing Chain and Guides
Chain stretches prematurely; guides can break.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 EFT |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 EFT
What car is BU16 EFT?
BU16 EFT is a silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 EFT?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 EFT was 42,720 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 EFT passed its MOT?
BU16 EFT has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.
Is BU16 EFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 EFT 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 BU16 EFT?
BU16 EFT is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.