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BX56 FMJ

2006 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2006 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 117,077 miles on the clock, averaging 2,881 miles per year, well 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 BX56 FMJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
117,077
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2009
63%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
2,881

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading117,077 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,881
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BX56 FMJ 70k82k94k105k117k '09'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,077 miles
Since last MOT+4,780 miles
PASS
Mileage112,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,297 miles
Since last MOT+4,670 miles
PASS
Mileage107,627 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,627 miles
Since last MOT+5,937 miles
PASS
Mileage101,690 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,688 miles
Since last MOT+7,345 miles
PASS
Mileage94,343 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,334 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
PASS
Mileage94,237 miles
Since last MOT+1,493 miles
PASS
Mileage92,744 miles
Since last MOT+2,904 miles
PASS
Mileage89,840 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,832 miles
Since last MOT+1,382 miles
PASS
Mileage88,450 miles
Since last MOT+1,489 miles
PASS
Mileage86,961 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,960 miles
Since last MOT+2,328 miles
PASS
Mileage84,632 miles
Since last MOT+2,251 miles
PASS
Mileage82,381 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,381 miles
Since last MOT+2,086 miles
PASS
Mileage80,295 miles
Since last MOT+2,546 miles
PASS
Mileage77,749 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,749 miles
Since last MOT+1,917 miles
PASS
Mileage75,832 miles
Since last MOT+2,816 miles
PASS
Mileage73,016 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage73,008 miles
Since last MOT+2,707 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,301 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mini Cooper

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2001–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

W10B16A

Cylinder head cracking

Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 FMJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeBX — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About BX56 FMJ

What car is BX56 FMJ?

BX56 FMJ is a black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of BX56 FMJ?

The last recorded mileage for BX56 FMJ was 117,077 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BX56 FMJ passed its MOT?

BX56 FMJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.

Is BX56 FMJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BX56 FMJ 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 BX56 FMJ?

BX56 FMJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.