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 2005 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 84,531 miles on the clock, averaging 3,137 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 MW05 LVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,972 |
| Average per year | 3,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | MW05 LVD |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MW05 LVD
What car is MW05 LVD?
MW05 LVD is an blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 LVD?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 LVD was 84,531 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 LVD passed its MOT?
MW05 LVD has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2025.
Is MW05 LVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 LVD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MW05 LVD?
MW05 LVD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.