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 2018 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 51,141 miles on the clock, averaging 5,782 miles per year, 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 EF18 BVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 51,141 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,299 |
| Average per year | 5,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | EF18 BVU |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EF18 BVU
What car is EF18 BVU?
EF18 BVU is an silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EF18 BVU?
The last recorded mileage for EF18 BVU was 51,141 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF18 BVU passed its MOT?
EF18 BVU has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is EF18 BVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF18 BVU 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 EF18 BVU?
EF18 BVU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.