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 70,382 miles on the clock, averaging 6,759 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 EK16 YWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,062 |
| Average per year | 6,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
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B38A15A
Timing Chain and Guides
Chain stretches prematurely; guides can break.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK16 YWS |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EK16 YWS
What car is EK16 YWS?
EK16 YWS is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EK16 YWS?
The last recorded mileage for EK16 YWS was 70,382 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK16 YWS passed its MOT?
EK16 YWS has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.
Is EK16 YWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK16 YWS 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 EK16 YWS?
EK16 YWS is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.