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 One Petrol 1198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 64,226 miles on the clock, averaging 6,033 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 Petrol engine is known for b38a12a and timing chain stretch/failure.
MOT & Mileage History for NJ16 VLB
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
Below average| Latest reading | 64,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,308 |
| Average per year | 6,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
Reported issues for this Mini One
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini One models (2014–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
B38A12A
Timing Chain Stretch/Failure
Chain stretches prematurely, potentially snapping guides; similar to B47 diesel sibling.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ16 VLB |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | One |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NJ16 VLB
What car is NJ16 VLB?
NJ16 VLB is an grey Mini One, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NJ16 VLB?
The last recorded mileage for NJ16 VLB was 64,226 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ16 VLB passed its MOT?
NJ16 VLB has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jul 2025.
Is NJ16 VLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ16 VLB 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 NJ16 VLB?
NJ16 VLB is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.