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Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,397 cc

976 GMTMOT history

976 GMT is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

976 GMT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,412 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
976 GMT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

976 GMT was last recorded at 80,412 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,152 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
260 miles
Average per year
4,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,412 miles
  • 2025 – 80,152 miles
  • 2024 – 74,489 miles
  • 2023 – 70,018 miles
  • 2021 – 58,037 miles
  • 2020 – 53,042 miles
  • 2019 – 49,456 miles
  • 2018 – 43,718 miles
  • 2017 – 35,717 miles
  • 2016 – 33,693 miles
  • 2015 – 25,450 miles
  • 2014 – 21,047 miles
  • 2013 – 17,106 miles
  • 2012 – 14,341 miles
  • 2011 – 10,931 miles
  • 2010 – 8,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,412 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront 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))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive looks like rocker cover gasket

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,412 miles (+260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,412 miles
    Test number
    583733444030
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
  2. Pass80,152 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    750614900741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,489 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,489 miles
    Test number
    474885137908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,362 miles (+4,344)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,362 miles
    Test number
    738911827954
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass70,018 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,018 miles
    Test number
    231691517252
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive looks like rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail70,013 miles (+11,976)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,013 miles
    Test number
    696701038307
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive looks like rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater expansion bottle empty
  7. Pass58,037 miles (+4,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,037 miles
    Test number
    697866056894
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Pass53,042 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    764694643966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,456 miles (+5,738)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,456 miles
    Test number
    153526604141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,718 miles (+133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,718 miles
    Test number
    308813597033
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))
  11. Fail43,585 miles (+7,868)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,585 miles
    Test number
    515148457457
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))
  12. Pass35,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    35,717 miles
    Test number
    161610006328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,717 miles (+2,024)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,717 miles
    Test number
    616404795422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  14. Pass33,693 miles (+8,243)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    33,693 miles
    Test number
    152536725189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    25,450 miles
    Test number
    986758485154
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
  16. Fail25,450 miles (+4,403)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,450 miles
    Test number
    269988585479
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine light on
  17. Pass21,047 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,047 miles
    Test number
    179445324278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,106 miles (+2,765)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    17,106 miles
    Test number
    386848923216
    • NoteWipers split
  19. Pass14,341 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    14,341 miles
    Test number
    949957642209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,340 miles (+3,409)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,340 miles
    Test number
    506324642202
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass10,931 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    10,931 miles
    Test number
    357000471401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,109 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    8,109 miles
    Test number
    904427560289
    • NoteWipers split

Questions about 976 GMT

What vehicle is registration 976 GMT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 976 GMT on a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Sept 2007. 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 976 GMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 976 GMT is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 976 GMT?
The MOT on 976 GMT is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 976 GMT done?
976 GMT was recorded at 80,412 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 4,526 miles a year.
Has 976 GMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 976 GMT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on 976 GMT 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 976 GMT find?
976 GMT passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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