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SB53 JAB

2016 Mini Cooper · Petrol · 1499cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2016
FuelPetrol
Engine1499cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 2016 Mini Cooper Petrol 1499cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 35,833 miles on the clock, averaging 2,104 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 SB53 JAB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
35,833
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
2,104

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 reading35,833 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,444
Average per year2,104
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB53 JAB 23k26k30k33k36k '19'25'23

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage35,833 miles
Since last MOT+2,444 miles
PASS
Mileage33,389 miles
Since last MOT+2,272 miles
PASS
Mileage31,117 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,113 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage28,770 miles
Since last MOT+1,649 miles
PASS
Mileage27,121 miles
Since last MOT+1,200 miles
PASS
Mileage25,921 miles
Since last MOT+2,731 miles
PASS
Mileage23,190 miles

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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

RegistrationSB53 JAB
MakeMini
ModelCooper
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1499cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SB53 JAB

What car is SB53 JAB?

SB53 JAB is an red Mini Cooper, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2016.

What is the mileage of SB53 JAB?

The last recorded mileage for SB53 JAB was 35,833 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB53 JAB passed its MOT?

SB53 JAB has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.

Is SB53 JAB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 JAB 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 SB53 JAB?

SB53 JAB is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.