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 2014 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 86,862 miles on the clock, averaging 9,260 miles per year, above 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 PL09 TAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,862 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 9,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | PL09 TAR |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About PL09 TAR
What car is PL09 TAR?
PL09 TAR is a grey Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Preston in 2014.
What is the mileage of PL09 TAR?
The last recorded mileage for PL09 TAR was 86,862 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL09 TAR passed its MOT?
PL09 TAR has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2025.
Is PL09 TAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL09 TAR 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 PL09 TAR?
PL09 TAR is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.