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 55,413 miles on the clock, averaging 4,626 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 DC65 VGP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,744 |
| Average per year | 4,626 |
| 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 | DC65 VGP |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About DC65 VGP
What car is DC65 VGP?
DC65 VGP is a blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DC65 VGP?
The last recorded mileage for DC65 VGP was 55,413 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC65 VGP passed its MOT?
DC65 VGP has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is DC65 VGP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC65 VGP 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 DC65 VGP?
DC65 VGP is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.