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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

8 CHBMOT history

8 CHB is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 55,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

8 CHB black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
55,011 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 CHB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 CHB was last recorded at 55,011 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 2,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,191 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,820 miles
Average per year
2,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,011 miles
  • 2025 – 52,191 miles
  • 2024 – 50,361 miles
  • 2023 – 50,358 miles
  • 2022 – 47,293 miles
  • 2021 – 42,235 miles
  • 2020 – 40,032 miles
  • 2019 – 36,664 miles
  • 2018 – 34,810 miles
  • 2017 – 31,691 miles
  • 2016 – 29,469 miles
  • 2015 – 26,037 miles
  • 2014 – 22,295 miles
  • 2013 – 17,282 miles
  • 2012 – 12,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,011 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,011 miles (+2,820)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    55,011 miles
    Test number
    605137500863
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass52,191 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,191 miles
    Test number
    847906920489
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail52,188 miles (+1,827)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,188 miles
    Test number
    166039994311
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,361 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    681501941210
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on

  5. Fail50,358 miles (+3,065)5 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,358 miles
    Test number
    384760402479
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass47,293 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,293 miles
    Test number
    216021870360
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail47,292 miles (+5,057)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,292 miles
    Test number
    857721276290
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass42,235 miles (+2,203)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    42,235 miles
    Test number
    104222159192
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass40,032 miles (+3,368)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    40,032 miles
    Test number
    648584490130
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass36,664 miles (+1,854)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,664 miles
    Test number
    509269511804
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both strut top mounts separating

  11. Pass34,810 miles (+3,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    595435225422
    • AdvisoryFront both strut top mounts splitting

  12. Pass31,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,691 miles
    Test number
    114089823077
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  13. Fail31,691 miles (+2,222)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,691 miles
    Test number
    803727182422
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  14. Pass29,469 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    29,469 miles
    Test number
    725674549764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,037 miles (+3,742)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,037 miles
    Test number
    358184805194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,295 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,295 miles
    Test number
    436159094021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,282 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    17,282 miles
    Test number
    458069793078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,962 miles
    Test number
    645641202123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8 CHB

What vehicle is registration 8 CHB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 CHB on a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2009. 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 8 CHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 CHB is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8 CHB?
The MOT on 8 CHB is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8 CHB done?
8 CHB was recorded at 55,011 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,916 miles a year.
Has 8 CHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 CHB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on 8 CHB 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 8 CHB find?
8 CHB passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; offside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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