Rover Mini
Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,275 cc
B5 VAGMOT history
B5 VAG is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 59,200 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 31 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 59,200 mi
- At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 24
- 19 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 1,665 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- B5 VAG
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- Mini
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,275 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 1 Mar 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 1 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
B5 VAG was last recorded at 59,200 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 59,200 miles · 12 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 1,665 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 59,200 miles
- 2024 – 59,142 miles
- 2023 – 59,046 miles
- 2021 – 58,535 miles
- 2020 – 57,927 miles
- 2019 – 56,665 miles
- 2018 – 55,899 miles
- 2017 – 54,438 miles
- 2016 – 53,191 miles
- 2015 – 51,189 miles
- 2014 – 49,509 miles
- 2013 – 47,398 miles
- 2012 – 44,640 miles
- 2011 – 42,816 miles
- 2010 – 41,557 miles
- 2009 – 37,618 miles
- 2008 – 33,976 miles
- 2007 – 30,304 miles
- 2006 – 26,330 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass59,200 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2
Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023
Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Nearside Headlamp aim too high
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Full MOT history
24 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass59,200 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 59,200 miles
- Test number
- 622603216099
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail59,200 miles (+58)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,200 miles
- Test number
- 927274058921
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass59,142 miles (+96)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 59,142 miles
- Test number
- 532749850674
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,046 miles (+36)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 59,046 miles
- Test number
- 309945171689
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail59,010 miles (+475)12 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,010 miles
- Test number
- 151427938079
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor area/s (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Pass58,535 miles (+608)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 58,535 miles
- Test number
- 892277994270
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,927 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 57,927 miles
- Test number
- 601564304559
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail57,927 miles (+1,262)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,927 miles
- Test number
- 468883111824
- DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass56,665 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 56,665 miles
- Test number
- 673242753254
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under floor area/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal underbody/floor area/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail56,665 miles (+766)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,665 miles
- Test number
- 790624674575
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under floor area/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal underbody/floor area/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass55,899 miles (+27)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 May 2019
- Odometer
- 55,899 miles
- Test number
- 327735611586
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail55,872 miles (+1,434)4 dangerous1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,872 miles
- Test number
- 677473412449
- DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass54,438 miles (+1,247)
- MOT expiry
- 24 May 2018
- Odometer
- 54,438 miles
- Test number
- 797413970319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,191 miles (+2,002)
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2017
- Odometer
- 53,191 miles
- Test number
- 561470586251
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,189 miles (+1,680)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 51,189 miles
- Test number
- 406359415131
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,509 miles (+2,111)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 49,509 miles
- Test number
- 275051124456
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,398 miles (+2,758)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 47,398 miles
- Test number
- 368636833073
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass44,640 miles (+1,824)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 44,640 miles
- Test number
- 137972332030
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,816 miles (+1,259)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 42,816 miles
- Test number
- 687233031070
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,557 miles (+3,939)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 41,557 miles
- Test number
- 713645120007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,618 miles (+3,642)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 37,618 miles
- Test number
- 363340749034
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,976 miles (+3,672)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 33,976 miles
- Test number
- 451027538070
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass30,304 miles (+3,974)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 30,304 miles
- Test number
- 142878137452
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,330 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 26,330 miles
- Test number
- 704714636019
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about B5 VAG
- Does B5 VAG currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B5 VAG is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
- When is the MOT due on B5 VAG?
- The MOT on B5 VAG is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has B5 VAG done?
- B5 VAG was recorded at 59,200 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 1,665 miles a year.
- Has B5 VAG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. B5 VAG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on B5 VAG 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 B5 VAG find?
- B5 VAG passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.
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