The road tax status for BU54 VLC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BU54 VLC?

The MOT for BU54 VLC is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 November 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of BU54 VLC?

The recorded mileage for BU54 VLC is 117,223 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BU54 VLC ULEZ compliant?

No, BU54 VLC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · BU54 VLC

BU54 VLC

2004 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2004. Recorded mileage 117,223 miles. MOT valid until 05/11/2026.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2004 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 05/11/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 117,223 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 117,223 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1598cc

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BU54 VLC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
117,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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BU54 VLC Mileage History

21/10/2022104,475 mi
19/10/2023108,223 mi+3,748 mi
23/10/2023108,227 mi+4 mi
06/11/2024112,256 mi+4,029 mi
23/10/2025117,223 mi+4,967 mi

Average of roughly 4,240 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BU54 VLC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 03:15

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mini Mini (BU54 VLC) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 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: “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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