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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

B20 HERMOT history

B20 HER is a grey petrol MINI first used on 8 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 112,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

B20 HER grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2027
Mileage
112,995 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 HER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 HER was last recorded at 112,995 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 1,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,446 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1,549 miles
Average per year
5,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,995 miles
  • 2025 – 111,446 miles
  • 2023 – 103,845 miles
  • 2022 – 103,839 miles
  • 2021 – 99,616 miles
  • 2020 – 95,226 miles
  • 2019 – 87,827 miles
  • 2018 – 74,857 miles
  • 2017 – 67,676 miles
  • 2016 – 57,858 miles
  • 2015 – 47,381 miles
  • 2014 – 40,326 miles
  • 2013 – 31,020 miles
  • 2012 – 27,827 miles
  • 2011 – 23,850 miles
  • 2010 – 19,199 miles
  • 2009 – 17,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,995 miles
  • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,995 miles (+1,549)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    112,995 miles
    Test number
    751122035053
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,446 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,446 miles
    Test number
    738618323524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,442 miles (+7,597)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,442 miles
    Test number
    765080391821
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,845 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    759285703413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,839 miles (+4,223)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,839 miles
    Test number
    829515247399
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass99,616 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,616 miles
    Test number
    188028405482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail99,613 miles (+4,387)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,613 miles
    Test number
    172906798023
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,226 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,226 miles
    Test number
    521049681156
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail95,222 miles (+7,395)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,222 miles
    Test number
    122901942725
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass87,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,827 miles
    Test number
    216399263517
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail87,827 miles (+12,970)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,827 miles
    Test number
    242446553661
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass74,857 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,857 miles
    Test number
    397184564412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail74,857 miles (+7,181)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,857 miles
    Test number
    635792867821
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass67,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,676 miles
    Test number
    154019142647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,676 miles (+9,818)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,676 miles
    Test number
    723475134750
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush rear bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  16. Pass57,858 miles (+10,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,858 miles
    Test number
    213056446425
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass47,381 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    875417915182
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail47,322 miles (+6,996)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,322 miles
    Test number
    255814915105
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass40,326 miles (+9,306)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,326 miles
    Test number
    485087424129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass31,020 miles (+3,193)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,020 miles
    Test number
    377020033117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,827 miles
    Test number
    935196722208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  22. Fail27,872 miles (+4,022)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,872 miles
    Test number
    445126422246
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  23. Pass23,850 miles (+4,651)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,850 miles
    Test number
    196697921297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,199 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    19,199 miles
    Test number
    473370930255
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from engine

  25. Fail19,199 miles (+377)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,199 miles
    Test number
    352370430214
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from engine

  26. Pass18,822 miles (+1,378)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,822 miles
    Test number
    180661690454
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass17,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,444 miles
    Test number
    860236999028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 HER

Does B20 HER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 HER is valid until 13 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 HER?
The MOT on B20 HER is valid until 13 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 HER done?
B20 HER was recorded at 112,995 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 5,447 miles a year.
Has B20 HER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 HER has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on B20 HER 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 B20 HER find?
B20 HER passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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