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Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,499 cc

C5 OBCMOT history

C5 OBC is a grey petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 85,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

C5 OBC grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,828 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 OBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 OBC was last recorded at 85,828 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 9,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,259 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,569 miles
Average per year
8,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,828 miles
  • 2025 – 76,259 miles
  • 2024 – 67,291 miles
  • 2023 – 58,499 miles
  • 2022 – 50,139 miles
  • 2021 – 41,611 miles
  • 2020 – 30,203 miles
  • 2019 – 22,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,828 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,828 miles
    Test number
    282282889786
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  2. Fail85,828 miles (+9,569)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,828 miles
    Test number
    108267743015
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  3. Pass76,259 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,259 miles
    Test number
    954405653164
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/guards fitted
  4. Fail76,259 miles (+8,968)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,259 miles
    Test number
    198715264342
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights aims low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/guards fitted
  5. Pass67,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,291 miles
    Test number
    912754288116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,291 miles (+8,792)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,291 miles
    Test number
    282711922325
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass58,499 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    58,499 miles
    Test number
    976018085512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail58,499 miles (+8,360)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,499 miles
    Test number
    551139700258
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass50,139 miles (+8,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    50,139 miles
    Test number
    664068089803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass41,611 miles (+11,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    41,611 miles
    Test number
    363454718359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass30,203 miles (+7,382)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    30,203 miles
    Test number
    521785894807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    22,821 miles
    Test number
    307227256156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 OBC

Does C5 OBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 OBC is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 OBC?
The MOT on C5 OBC is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 OBC done?
C5 OBC was recorded at 85,828 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 8,934 miles a year.
Has C5 OBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 OBC has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 OBC 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 OBC find?
C5 OBC passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated; items removed from driver's view prior to test.

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