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 2021 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 47,423 miles on the clock, averaging 10,463 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 PL71 MVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 47,423 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,463 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | PL71 MVJ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2021 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 71 — September 2021 to February 2022 |
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About PL71 MVJ
What car is PL71 MVJ?
PL71 MVJ is a blue Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Preston in 2021.
What is the mileage of PL71 MVJ?
The last recorded mileage for PL71 MVJ was 47,423 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL71 MVJ passed its MOT?
PL71 MVJ has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is PL71 MVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL71 MVJ 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 PL71 MVJ?
PL71 MVJ is approximately 5 years old. Age identifier 71 means registered between 1 September 2021 and 28 February 2022.