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 2006 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 69,236 miles on the clock, averaging 3,313 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 OE56 TCZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,236 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,690 |
| Average per year | 3,313 |
| 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 | OE56 TCZ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OE — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OE56 TCZ
What car is OE56 TCZ?
OE56 TCZ is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OE56 TCZ?
The last recorded mileage for OE56 TCZ was 69,236 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OE56 TCZ passed its MOT?
OE56 TCZ has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2026.
Is OE56 TCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE56 TCZ 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 OE56 TCZ?
OE56 TCZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.