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GP56 FCZ

2006 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 111,641 miles on the clock, averaging 4,610 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 GP56 FCZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
111,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2009
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,610

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading111,641 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,610
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP56 FCZ 37k56k74k93k112k '09'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,641 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,641 miles
Since last MOT+592 miles
PASS
Mileage111,049 miles
Since last MOT+1,326 miles
PASS
Mileage109,723 miles
Since last MOT+6,137 miles
PASS
Mileage103,586 miles
Since last MOT+5,010 miles
PASS
Mileage98,576 miles
Since last MOT+4,117 miles
PASS
Mileage94,459 miles
Since last MOT+2,301 miles
PASS
Mileage92,158 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,158 miles
Since last MOT+3,216 miles
PASS
Mileage88,942 miles
Since last MOT+5,779 miles
PASS
Mileage83,163 miles
Since last MOT+5,773 miles
PASS
Mileage77,390 miles
Since last MOT+509 miles
PASS
Mileage76,881 miles
Since last MOT+314 miles
PASS
Mileage76,567 miles
Since last MOT+1,442 miles
PASS
Mileage75,125 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,111 miles
Since last MOT+9,119 miles
PASS
Mileage65,992 miles
Since last MOT+10,391 miles
PASS
Mileage55,601 miles
Since last MOT+10,552 miles
PASS
Mileage45,049 miles
Since last MOT+7,881 miles
PASS
Mileage37,168 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Mini Cooper

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2001–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

W10B16A

Cylinder head cracking

Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 FCZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About GP56 FCZ

What car is GP56 FCZ?

GP56 FCZ is a red Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GP56 FCZ?

The last recorded mileage for GP56 FCZ was 111,641 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP56 FCZ passed its MOT?

GP56 FCZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.

Is GP56 FCZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 FCZ 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 FCZ?

GP56 FCZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.