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 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 73,288 miles on the clock, averaging 8,865 miles per year, around 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 DA05 MLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 73,288 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,042 |
| Average per year | 8,865 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | DA05 MLA |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DA05 MLA
What car is DA05 MLA?
DA05 MLA is a silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DA05 MLA?
The last recorded mileage for DA05 MLA was 73,288 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA05 MLA passed its MOT?
DA05 MLA has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.
Is DA05 MLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA05 MLA 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 DA05 MLA?
DA05 MLA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.