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KS56 CCU

2006 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 36,758 miles on the clock, averaging 1,559 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 KS56 CCU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
36,758
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2009
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
1,559

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading36,758 miles
Reading date
Miles last year554
Average per year1,559
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KS56 CCU 11k18k24k30k37k '09'26'14

Check KS56 CCU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage36,758 miles
Since last MOT+554 miles
PASS
Mileage36,204 miles
Since last MOT+4,228 miles
PASS
Mileage31,976 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,954 miles
Since last MOT+7,631 miles
PASS
Mileage24,323 miles
Since last MOT+3,117 miles
PASS
Mileage21,206 miles
Since last MOT+5,108 miles
PASS
Mileage16,098 miles
Since last MOT+4,634 miles
PASS
Mileage11,464 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

RegistrationKS56 CCU
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKS — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KS56 CCU

What car is KS56 CCU?

KS56 CCU is a green Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KS56 CCU?

The last recorded mileage for KS56 CCU was 36,758 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS56 CCU passed its MOT?

KS56 CCU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Mar 2026.

Is KS56 CCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS56 CCU 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 KS56 CCU?

KS56 CCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.