Yes, EF55 WAE is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 January 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for EF55 WAE?

The MOT for EF55 WAE is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of EF55 WAE?

The recorded mileage for EF55 WAE is 155,434 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is EF55 WAE ULEZ compliant?

No, EF55 WAE 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

Road Tax Paid

2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · EF55 WAE

EF55 WAE

2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2005. Recorded mileage 155,434 miles. MOT valid until 13/12/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2005 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/12/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 155,434 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 13/12/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/01/2027

Mileage: 155,434 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2005
Engine: 1598cc

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EF55 WAE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/11/2025
155,434 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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EF55 WAE Mileage History

30/11/2022130,111 mi
07/12/2022130,344 mi+233 mi
29/11/2023139,179 mi+8,835 mi
04/12/2024147,420 mi+8,241 mi
17/11/2025155,434 mi+8,014 mi

Average of roughly 8,540 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

EF55 WAE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 17:11

MOT Analysis

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 2005 Mini Mini (EF55 WAE) between November 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 November 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 (17 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 34 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 Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.

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