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 2002 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 109,330 miles on the clock, averaging 5,281 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 SM52 MLZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,330 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,929 |
| Average per year | 5,281 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper 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
| Registration | SM52 MLZ |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SM52 MLZ
What car is SM52 MLZ?
SM52 MLZ is an green Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM52 MLZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM52 MLZ was 109,330 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM52 MLZ passed its MOT?
SM52 MLZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2018.
Is SM52 MLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM52 MLZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM52 MLZ?
SM52 MLZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.