The road tax status for VN05 NLA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VN05 NLA?

The MOT for VN05 NLA is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 July 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of VN05 NLA?

The recorded mileage for VN05 NLA is 80,674 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VN05 NLA ULEZ compliant?

No, VN05 NLA 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

2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · VN05 NLA

VN05 NLA

2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09 May 2005. Recorded mileage 80,674 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jul 2025.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 01 Jul 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 80,674 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2005

Engine

1598cc

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VN05 NLA Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2024
80,674 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (15 mentions)

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VN05 NLA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 14:16

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28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mini Mini (VN05 NLA) between May 2008 and July 2024.

The record contains 17 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 03 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (15 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Steering (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 50 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.

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VN05 NLA Mileage History

12/05/20086,426 mi
16/05/20099,341 mi+2,915 mi
15/05/201011,913 mi+2,572 mi
09/05/201125,030 mi+13,117 mi
09/05/201125,030 mi
30/04/201233,613 mi+8,583 mi
30/04/201233,613 mi
30/10/201345,759 mi+12,146 mi
31/10/201345,759 mi
04/11/201451,003 mi+5,244 mi
27/10/201554,092 mi+3,089 mi
26/10/201657,195 mi+3,103 mi
26/10/201657,195 mi
17/11/201759,601 mi+2,406 mi
18/11/201759,602 mi+1 mi
16/11/201861,205 mi+1,603 mi
17/11/201861,205 mi
20/11/201963,544 mi+2,339 mi
20/11/201963,544 mi
28/10/202065,895 mi+2,351 mi
28/10/202065,896 mi+1 mi
16/08/202167,705 mi+1,809 mi
18/08/202167,706 mi+1 mi
17/08/202274,252 mi+6,546 mi
19/08/202274,258 mi+6 mi
28/07/202378,668 mi+4,410 mi
03/07/202480,674 mi+2,006 mi
03/07/202480,674 mi

Average of roughly 4,600 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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