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Austin Mini Park Lane

Black · Petrol · 1987 · 998 cc

24 KAYMOT history

24 KAY is a black petrol Austin Mini Park Lane first used on 1 Feb 1987. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 57,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

24 KAY black Austin MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
57,919 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
24 KAY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Mini Park Lane
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
1 Feb 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

24 KAY was last recorded at 57,919 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jun 2024: 55,715 miles, lower than 57,153 miles on 10 Jul 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
57,919 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,919 miles
  • 2024 – 55,718 miles
  • 2023 – 57,153 miles
  • 2022 – 55,716 miles
  • 2021 – 55,715 miles
  • 2020 – 55,715 miles
  • 2019 – 54,711 miles
  • 2014 – 54,706 miles
  • 2012 – 50,434 miles
  • 2011 – 46,394 miles
  • 2010 – 43,266 miles
  • 2009 – 39,365 miles
  • 2008 – 39,159 miles
  • 2007 – 38,915 miles
  • 2006 – 38,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,919 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    57,919 miles
    Test number
    333179227959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail57,919 miles (+2,201)2 dangerous13 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,919 miles
    Test number
    599473698156
    • DangerousSteering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Suspension cone lower ball/socket worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Suspension cone lower ball/socket worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

  3. Pass55,718 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,718 miles
    Test number
    863385258406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail55,715 miles (-1,438)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    796310342568
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass57,153 miles (+1,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    57,153 miles
    Test number
    595094313407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,716 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    55,716 miles
    Test number
    557310843585
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail55,715 miles2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    245796875779
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass55,715 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    581294156913
    • AdvisoryOuter cv boots deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in front bottom balljoints
    • AdvisorySteering rack boots deteriorated

  9. Pass55,715 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    215056604948
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened both front tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTravel in parking brake
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly

  10. Fail55,715 miles (+1,004)1 dangerous7 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    551205839341
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords all four on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened both front tie bars (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTravel in parking brake
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly

  11. Pass54,711 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    54,711 miles
    Test number
    972935516506
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer cv boots leaking grease
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s track control arms slightly bent
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal numerous around vehicle sealed and painted (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail54,711 miles (+5)2 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,711 miles
    Test number
    267694765341
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column attachment defective controls and switches insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer cv boots leaking grease
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s track control arms slightly bent
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal numerous around vehicle sealed and painted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear stay rod nut insecure

  13. Fail54,706 miles (+4,272)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,706 miles
    Test number
    147409234220
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/r wheelarch
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn low
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f upper balljoint

  14. Pass50,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,434 miles
    Test number
    538085162286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,434 miles (+4,040)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,434 miles
    Test number
    735625362298
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass46,394 miles (+3,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,394 miles
    Test number
    339882451063
    • NoteNearside outer sill showing signs of corrosion

  17. Pass43,266 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,266 miles
    Test number
    690806850060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,203 miles (+3,838)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,203 miles
    Test number
    461385830028
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail39,365 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,365 miles
    Test number
    174391729458
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  20. Pass39,365 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,365 miles
    Test number
    621171929019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,159 miles (+244)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    992866718099
    • NoteCoolant leak

  22. Pass38,915 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    38,915 miles
    Test number
    190637217035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,789 miles
    Test number
    111183516452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 24 KAY

What vehicle is registration 24 KAY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 24 KAY on a black petrol Austin Mini Park Lane first used on 1 Feb 1987. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 24 KAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 24 KAY expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 24 KAY?
The MOT on 24 KAY expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 24 KAY done?
24 KAY was recorded at 57,919 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 979 miles a year.
Has 24 KAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 24 KAY has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on 24 KAY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jun 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 24 KAY find?
24 KAY passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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