2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · AL52 BUK
2004 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 216,558 miles. MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 216,558 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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AL52 BUK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2026
- 216,558 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AL52 BUK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mini Mini (AL52 BUK) between August 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))”; “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
AL52 BUK Mileage History
- 21/08/2024215,032 mi
- 21/08/2024215,032 mi
- 28/08/2025215,825 mi+793 mi
- 04/09/2025215,826 mi+1 mi
- 12/09/2026216,558 mi+732 mi
Average of roughly 741 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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