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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 35,866 miles on the clock, averaging 3,064 miles per year, well 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 GV16 XEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 35,866 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,200 |
| Average per year | 3,064 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | GV16 XEL |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GV16 XEL
What car is GV16 XEL?
GV16 XEL is a white Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GV16 XEL?
The last recorded mileage for GV16 XEL was 35,866 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV16 XEL passed its MOT?
GV16 XEL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.
Is GV16 XEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV16 XEL 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 GV16 XEL?
GV16 XEL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.