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Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

C5 EMPMOT history

C5 EMP is a black petrol MINI first used on 19 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 78,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

C5 EMP black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
78,405 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 EMP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 EMP was last recorded at 78,405 miles on 28 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,405 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,405 miles
  • 2025 – 75,207 miles
  • 2024 – 72,058 miles
  • 2023 – 68,691 miles
  • 2022 – 65,992 miles
  • 2021 – 60,014 miles
  • 2020 – 52,544 miles
  • 2019 – 47,381 miles
  • 2018 – 43,798 miles
  • 2017 – 40,234 miles
  • 2016 – 36,993 miles
  • 2015 – 33,813 miles
  • 2014 – 30,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,405 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL COILS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAMES CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened cracking/splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened cracking/splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,405 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    629316656224
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL COILS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAMES CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,405 miles (+3,198)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    533464512030
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL COILS CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAMES CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,207 miles (+3,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    75,207 miles
    Test number
    139876722740
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm WORN also worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm WORN (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass72,058 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    72,058 miles
    Test number
    986953341976
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened cracking/splitting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened cracking/splitting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail72,058 miles (+3,367)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,058 miles
    Test number
    583306989436
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened cracking/splitting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened cracking/splitting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass68,691 miles (+2,699)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    453779912670
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,992 miles (+5,978)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    331494335300
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced Top bulb inop (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Slight blow from exhaust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,014 miles (+7,470)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,014 miles
    Test number
    910349140988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,544 miles (+5,163)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,544 miles
    Test number
    562687589877
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass47,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    749730602093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,381 miles (+3,583)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    546038223311
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass43,798 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,798 miles
    Test number
    306716103863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,234 miles (+3,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,234 miles
    Test number
    245337188904
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass36,993 miles (+3,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    36,993 miles
    Test number
    115583920369
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades split

  15. Pass33,813 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    33,813 miles
    Test number
    646452615021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,748 miles
    Test number
    249036914013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 EMP

Does C5 EMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 EMP is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 EMP?
The MOT on C5 EMP is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 EMP done?
C5 EMP was recorded at 78,405 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,855 miles a year.
Has C5 EMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 EMP has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 EMP 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 C5 EMP find?
C5 EMP passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs worn; coil spring corroded all coils corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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