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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 49,152 miles on the clock, averaging 6,811 miles per year, 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 LV16 VRC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failure recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 49,152 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,573 |
| Average per year | 6,811 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2014–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
B38A15A
Timing Chain and Guides
Chain stretches prematurely; guides can break.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LV16 VRC |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LV — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About LV16 VRC
What car is LV16 VRC?
LV16 VRC is an silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2016.
What is the mileage of LV16 VRC?
The last recorded mileage for LV16 VRC was 49,152 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LV16 VRC passed its MOT?
LV16 VRC has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is LV16 VRC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LV16 VRC 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 LV16 VRC?
LV16 VRC is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.