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At a glance
This 2005 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 98,823 miles on the clock, averaging 4,589 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 EO05 VAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,823 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
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W10B16A
Cylinder head cracking
Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EO05 VAD |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EO05 VAD
What car is EO05 VAD?
EO05 VAD is an silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EO05 VAD?
The last recorded mileage for EO05 VAD was 98,823 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO05 VAD passed its MOT?
EO05 VAD has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is EO05 VAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO05 VAD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EO05 VAD?
EO05 VAD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.