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 Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 17,718 miles on the clock, averaging 1,576 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 B38 TwinPower Turbo engine is known for b38a15a and timing chain and guides.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ16 SYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failure recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 17,718 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,056 |
| Average per year | 1,576 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2014–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
B38A15A
Timing Chain and Guides
Chain stretches prematurely; guides can break.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ16 SYC |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PJ16 SYC
What car is PJ16 SYC?
PJ16 SYC is a black Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PJ16 SYC?
The last recorded mileage for PJ16 SYC was 17,718 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ16 SYC passed its MOT?
PJ16 SYC has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is PJ16 SYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ16 SYC 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 PJ16 SYC?
PJ16 SYC is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.