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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,364 cc

689 WHNMOT history

689 WHN is a black diesel MINI first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

689 WHN black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,938 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
689 WHN
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

689 WHN was last recorded at 134,938 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,928 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,938 miles
  • 2025 – 127,815 miles
  • 2024 – 120,601 miles
  • 2023 – 108,845 miles
  • 2022 – 103,590 miles
  • 2021 – 99,471 miles
  • 2020 – 97,942 miles
  • 2019 – 92,784 miles
  • 2017 – 85,749 miles
  • 2016 – 80,090 miles
  • 2015 – 73,608 miles
  • 2014 – 65,594 miles
  • 2013 – 59,798 miles
  • 2012 – 54,463 miles
  • 2011 – 49,258 miles
  • 2010 – 43,308 miles
  • 2009 – 35,981 miles
  • 2008 – 30,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,938 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,938 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,938 miles
    Test number
    628342544831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,928 miles (+7,113)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,928 miles
    Test number
    482053669694
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,815 miles (+7,214)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,815 miles
    Test number
    733527350973
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass120,601 miles (+106)2 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,601 miles
    Test number
    804580529508
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail120,495 miles (+11,650)1 dangerous9 major2 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,495 miles
    Test number
    337367454693
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass108,845 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    288850732797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail108,841 miles (+5,251)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,841 miles
    Test number
    167901805522
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass103,590 miles (+4,119)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,590 miles
    Test number
    691964824089
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass99,471 miles (+1,529)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,471 miles
    Test number
    907697333401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,942 miles (+5,158)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,942 miles
    Test number
    122594818730
    • AdvisoryCentral Front bonnet open warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass92,784 miles (+7,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    811328144918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass85,749 miles (+5,659)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    85,749 miles
    Test number
    536978007498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,090 miles (+6,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,090 miles
    Test number
    894108256700
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass73,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,608 miles
    Test number
    794505283759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,608 miles (+8,014)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,608 miles
    Test number
    607484211081
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass65,594 miles (+5,796)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,594 miles
    Test number
    357906334378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,798 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,798 miles
    Test number
    428058333338
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass59,798 miles (+5,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,798 miles
    Test number
    445958433373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,463 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,463 miles
    Test number
    417832442382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,258 miles (+5,950)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,258 miles
    Test number
    788187331330
    • NoteFront arm rear bushes spilting
    • NoteRear wiper spilt

  21. Pass43,308 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,308 miles
    Test number
    431921440493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,237 miles (+7,256)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,237 miles
    Test number
    573776230383
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass35,981 miles (+5,144)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,981 miles
    Test number
    200031249384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,837 miles
    Test number
    540781548336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 689 WHN

What vehicle is registration 689 WHN currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 689 WHN on a black diesel MINI first used on 12 Dec 2005. 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 689 WHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 689 WHN is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 689 WHN?
The MOT on 689 WHN is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 689 WHN done?
689 WHN was recorded at 134,938 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,023 miles a year.
Has 689 WHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 689 WHN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on 689 WHN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 689 WHN find?
689 WHN passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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