2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · VL54 STR
2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 71,902 miles. MOT valid until 08 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,902 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VL54 STR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 71,902 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VL54 STR 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 2005 Mini Mini (VL54 STR) between February 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 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 (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
VL54 STR Mileage History
- 09/02/202361,915 mi
- 09/02/202361,915 mi
- 07/02/202465,272 mi+3,357 mi
- 29/01/202568,164 mi+2,892 mi
- 13/01/202671,902 mi+3,738 mi
Average of roughly 3,412 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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