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2016 MINI Cooper 1.5L Petrol · KA12 LAU

KA12 LAU

2016 MINI Cooper (1.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 23,560 miles. MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
MINI COOPER
Year / Origin
2016 · Borehamwood (Luton)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
23,560 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a consistent maintenance history with no major recurring structural failures recorded over the last five years. The most recent inspection in March 2026 indicates that the car meets all roadworthiness standards with no current defects. Looking back through the testing history, the vehicle has maintained a stable condition, with only minor advisories related to consumable components such as wiper blades and tyres, which appear to have been addressed or monitored naturally through subsequent tests. The mileage progression is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, totaling 23,560 miles. This averages out to approximately 2,356 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for its age. While there is a visible gap in usage between 2019 and 2020 where the mileage increased by only 2,700 miles, the overall trend suggests light use, which typically correlates with less wear on mechanical components and suspension. Regarding specific concerns, the advisories have focused on tyre condition, specifically the nearside and offside front tyres being noted as approaching the legal limit in 2021 and 2023. These are standard for a vehicle of this mileage and do not indicate mechanical neglect. There are no records of structural corrosion, brake failure, or suspension degradation in the provided data. A buyer should simply verify that the rubber components and seals have not perished due to the age of the vehicle despite the low mileage.

KA12 LAU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
  • 23,560 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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KA12 LAU Mileage History

  1. 29/03/202216,008 mi
  2. 28/03/202319,352 mi+3,344 mi
  3. 12/03/202421,592 mi+2,240 mi
  4. 11/03/202522,308 mi+716 mi
  5. 10/03/202623,560 mi+1,252 mi

Average of roughly 1,912 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KA12 LAU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Jul 2026, 17:57
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 2016 Mini Cooper (KA12 LAU) between March 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

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

In total 1 advisory notice is 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.

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ADVISORY