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 2016 Mini One Petrol 1198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 132,954 miles on the clock, averaging 13,359 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 Petrol engine is known for b38a12a and timing chain stretch/failure.
MOT & Mileage History for SO16 XLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,359 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
Reported issues for this Mini One
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini One models (2014–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
B38A12A
Timing Chain Stretch/Failure
Chain stretches prematurely, potentially snapping guides; similar to B47 diesel sibling.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO16 XLM |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | One |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SO16 XLM
What car is SO16 XLM?
SO16 XLM is an black Mini One, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SO16 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for SO16 XLM was 132,954 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO16 XLM passed its MOT?
SO16 XLM has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is SO16 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO16 XLM 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 SO16 XLM?
SO16 XLM is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.