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2016 MINI COOPER1.5L Petrol

J23 VLG

2016 MINI COOPER — Petrol, 1499cc. This vehicle has 44,352 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15/01/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment
The 2016 MINI Cooper presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 19 December 2025 at 44,352 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean annual examinations. Mileage accumulation has been consistently low across the vehicle's life. The record shows 23,688 miles at the 21 December 2021 test, rising to 28,694 by 16 December 2022, 33,616 by 19 December 2023, 38,993 by 17 December 2024, and 44,352 by the December 2025 test. That equates to roughly 4,400 miles per year against a ten-year-old car. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear; the DVSA data is sparse in faults but clean throughout. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the low annual use. Standing periods common to low-mileage vehicles accelerate perishing of rubber components and surface corrosion on structural members even when the MOT shows no advisories. The absence of any recorded advisories across five consecutive tests suggests previous owners maintained basic upkeep. Verify in person that tyres, wiper blades, and underbody condition match the clean history before purchase.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The 2016 MINI Cooper presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 19 December 2025 at 44,352 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean annual examinations. Mileage accumulation has been consistently low across the vehicle's life. The record shows 23,688 miles at the 21 December 2021 test, rising to 28,694 by 16 December 2022, 33,616 by 19 December 2023, 38,993 by 17 December 2024, and 44,352 by the December 2025 test. That equates to roughly 4,400 miles per year against a ten-year-old car. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear; the DVSA data is sparse in faults but clean throughout. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the low annual use. Standing periods common to low-mileage vehicles accelerate perishing of rubber components and surface corrosion on structural members even when the MOT shows no advisories. The absence of any recorded advisories across five consecutive tests suggests previous owners maintained basic upkeep. Verify in person that tyres, wiper blades, and underbody condition match the clean history before purchase.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Mini Cooper (J23 VLG) from 2016 show a total of 5 MOT tests between December 2021 and December 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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