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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 102,802 miles on the clock, averaging 4,515 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 PLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,266 |
| Average per year | 4,515 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 PLJ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 PLJ
What car is MW05 PLJ?
MW05 PLJ is an silver Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 PLJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 PLJ was 102,802 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 PLJ passed its MOT?
MW05 PLJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2026.
Is MW05 PLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 PLJ 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 PLJ?
MW05 PLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.