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 2006 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 108,708 miles on the clock, averaging 6,688 miles per year, 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 GP56 BZJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,708 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,447 |
| Average per year | 6,688 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GP56 BZJ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GP56 BZJ
What car is GP56 BZJ?
GP56 BZJ is a red Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 BZJ?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 BZJ was 108,708 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 BZJ passed its MOT?
GP56 BZJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 22 Dec 2020.
Is GP56 BZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 BZJ 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 GP56 BZJ?
GP56 BZJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.