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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 18,851 miles on the clock, averaging 1,735 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 BV16 LMJ
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 18,851 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BV16 LMJ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BV16 LMJ
What car is BV16 LMJ?
BV16 LMJ is a red Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BV16 LMJ?
The last recorded mileage for BV16 LMJ was 18,851 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV16 LMJ passed its MOT?
BV16 LMJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is BV16 LMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV16 LMJ 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 BV16 LMJ?
BV16 LMJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.