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When is the MOT due for SL54 BJU?

The MOT for SL54 BJU is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 September 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SL54 BJU?

The recorded mileage for SL54 BJU is 115,582 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SL54 BJU ULEZ compliant?

No, SL54 BJU 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

2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · SL54 BJU

SL54 BJU

2004 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 115,582 miles. MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2004 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 17 Sept 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 115,582 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Available on IAGC

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Year

2004

Engine

1598cc

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SL54 BJU Key Findings

25 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2024
115,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (44 mentions)

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SL54 BJU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Nov 2026, 08:43

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25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mini Mini (SL54 BJU) between October 2006 and September 2024.

The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 19 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (44 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (11 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 92 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: “Nearside Front Inner Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wishbone mounting”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.

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SL54 BJU Mileage History

21/10/200614,074 mi
17/10/200718,651 mi+4,577 mi
03/09/200821,688 mi+3,037 mi
26/02/201032,216 mi+10,528 mi
10/02/201139,219 mi+7,003 mi
09/01/201243,915 mi+4,696 mi
11/01/201347,920 mi+4,005 mi
27/03/201452,516 mi+4,596 mi
28/03/201452,516 mi
23/06/201556,649 mi+4,133 mi
09/06/201658,560 mi+1,911 mi
22/05/201760,667 mi+2,107 mi
14/06/201760,813 mi+146 mi
21/06/201864,088 mi+3,275 mi
21/06/201864,088 mi
13/06/201970,700 mi+6,612 mi
13/06/201970,700 mi
16/09/202082,074 mi+11,374 mi
15/09/202191,326 mi+9,252 mi
15/09/202191,326 mi
14/09/202299,239 mi+7,913 mi
16/09/202299,239 mi
13/09/2023107,131 mi+7,892 mi
11/09/2024115,412 mi+8,281 mi
19/09/2024115,582 mi+170 mi

Average of roughly 5,666 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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