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PL05 MLO

2005 Mini One · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelOne
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 One Petrol 1598cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 46,163 miles on the clock, averaging 4,766 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Petrol engine is known for w10b16a and cylinder head cracking.

MOT & Mileage History for PL05 MLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
46,163
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2023
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
4,766

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading46,163 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,766
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PL05 MLO 42k43k44k45k46k '23'24'24

Check PL05 MLO

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,163 miles
Since last MOT+4,645 miles
PASS
Mileage41,518 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Mini One

These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini One models (2001–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

W10B16A

Cylinder head cracking

Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 MLO
MakeMini
ModelOne
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PL05 MLO

What car is PL05 MLO?

PL05 MLO is a red Mini One, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PL05 MLO?

The last recorded mileage for PL05 MLO was 46,163 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL05 MLO passed its MOT?

PL05 MLO has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Aug 2024.

Is PL05 MLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 MLO 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 PL05 MLO?

PL05 MLO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.