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 2005 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 85,870 miles on the clock, averaging 3,852 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 FL05 ULP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,870 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,106 |
| Average per year | 3,852 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | FL05 ULP |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FL05 ULP
What car is FL05 ULP?
FL05 ULP is an blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FL05 ULP?
The last recorded mileage for FL05 ULP was 85,870 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL05 ULP passed its MOT?
FL05 ULP has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2026.
Is FL05 ULP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL05 ULP 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 FL05 ULP?
FL05 ULP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.