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Austin Mini 25

Silver · Petrol · 1984 · 998 cc

B285 KECMOT history

B285 KEC is a silver petrol Austin Mini 25 first used on 1 Aug 1984. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2022 and it has passed 5 of 9 MOT tests, with 69,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2022
Mileage
69,911 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
9
5 passed · 4 failed
Per year
249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B285 KEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Austin
Model
Mini 25
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
1 Aug 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

B285 KEC was last recorded at 69,911 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 1,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,834 miles · 24 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,077 miles
Average per year
249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 69,911 miles
  • 2021 – 68,834 miles
  • 2019 – 68,736 miles
  • 2015 – 67,956 miles
  • 2014 – 67,806 miles
  • 2006 – 65,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail69,911 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both headlights (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted bolt loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm mounting modified but not seriously weakened Lock washer missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension cone

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside front shock absorber fitted upside down

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail69,911 miles (+1,077)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,911 miles
    Test number
    791607405304
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both headlights (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted bolt loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass68,834 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    68,834 miles
    Test number
    830807734541
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Main battery live (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm mounting modified but not seriously weakened Lock washer missing (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension cone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber fitted upside down
    • AdvisoryOfffside front seat runner worn, slight movement.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber fitted upside down
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  3. Fail68,834 miles (+98)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,834 miles
    Test number
    777749770373
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm mounting modified but not seriously weakened Lock washer missing (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension cone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber fitted upside down
    • AdvisoryOfffside front seat runner worn, slight movement.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber fitted upside down
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  4. Pass68,736 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,736 miles
    Test number
    528377032922
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery live (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryHazard lights not working

  5. Fail68,736 miles (+780)14 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,736 miles
    Test number
    195559664873
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear both (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured battery live (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryHazard lights not working

  6. Pass67,956 miles (+150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,956 miles
    Test number
    887749205035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass67,806 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,806 miles
    Test number
    416179854012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    183792456072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,633 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    442089346075
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Questions about B285 KEC

Does B285 KEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B285 KEC expired on 23 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B285 KEC?
The MOT on B285 KEC expired on 23 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B285 KEC done?
B285 KEC was recorded at 69,911 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 249 miles a year.
Has B285 KEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B285 KEC has failed 4 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on B285 KEC 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 B285 KEC find?
B285 KEC failed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 6 advisories: stop lamp(s) all not working; all direction indicators not working; front position lamp not working both front, and 12 more.

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