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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 45,014 miles on the clock, averaging 4,783 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 BW16 XLN
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 | 45,014 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,870 |
| Average per year | 4,783 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BW16 XLN |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BW16 XLN
What car is BW16 XLN?
BW16 XLN is a black Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BW16 XLN?
The last recorded mileage for BW16 XLN was 45,014 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW16 XLN passed its MOT?
BW16 XLN has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is BW16 XLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW16 XLN 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 BW16 XLN?
BW16 XLN is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.