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Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,598 cc

C16 MEMMOT history

C16 MEM is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 2 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 107,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

C16 MEM black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,232 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C16 MEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C16 MEM was last recorded at 107,232 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,232 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,232 miles
  • 2025 – 100,743 miles
  • 2024 – 94,645 miles
  • 2023 – 88,199 miles
  • 2022 – 82,026 miles
  • 2021 – 73,074 miles
  • 2020 – 63,518 miles
  • 2019 – 52,340 miles
  • 2018 – 36,979 miles
  • 2017 – 25,150 miles
  • 2016 – 17,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,232 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,232 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,232 miles
    Test number
    148385185502
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail107,232 miles (+6,489)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,232 miles
    Test number
    125548186211
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass100,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,743 miles
    Test number
    273492898084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,743 miles (+6,098)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,743 miles
    Test number
    324045280042
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass94,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    228055251510
    • 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))

  6. Fail94,645 miles (+6,446)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    231859716420
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass88,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,199 miles
    Test number
    751035350135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,199 miles (+6,173)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,199 miles
    Test number
    593197572668
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick On Metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested O/S/R brake on metal (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass82,026 miles (+8,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,026 miles
    Test number
    469854618638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass73,074 miles (+9,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,074 miles
    Test number
    949127989318
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,518 miles (+11,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,518 miles
    Test number
    714036139550
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass52,340 miles (+15,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,340 miles
    Test number
    758952399650
    • 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))

  13. Pass36,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,979 miles
    Test number
    106305930225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,972 miles (+11,822)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,972 miles
    Test number
    399837708589
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  15. Pass25,150 miles (+7,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    25,150 miles
    Test number
    481870316664
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass17,643 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    17,643 miles
    Test number
    791744390208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,626 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    17,626 miles
    Test number
    219788819656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about C16 MEM

Does C16 MEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C16 MEM is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C16 MEM?
The MOT on C16 MEM is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C16 MEM done?
C16 MEM was recorded at 107,232 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 8,915 miles a year.
Has C16 MEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C16 MEM has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on C16 MEM 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 C16 MEM find?
C16 MEM passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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