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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 71,691 miles on the clock, averaging 3,188 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 OE05 CWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,691 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 630 |
| Average per year | 3,188 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | OE05 CWZ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OE — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OE05 CWZ
What car is OE05 CWZ?
OE05 CWZ is an yellow Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OE05 CWZ?
The last recorded mileage for OE05 CWZ was 71,691 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OE05 CWZ passed its MOT?
OE05 CWZ has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is OE05 CWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE05 CWZ 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 OE05 CWZ?
OE05 CWZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.