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 2004 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 108,775 miles on the clock, averaging 5,339 miles per year, 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 RL04 FZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,775 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,339 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | RL04 FZU |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RL04 FZU
What car is RL04 FZU?
RL04 FZU is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL04 FZU?
The last recorded mileage for RL04 FZU was 108,775 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL04 FZU passed its MOT?
RL04 FZU has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2023.
Is RL04 FZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL04 FZU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL04 FZU?
RL04 FZU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.