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Austin Mini Mayfair

Red · Petrol · 1988 · 998 cc

C6 AJEMOT history

C6 AJE is a red petrol Austin Mini Mayfair first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 88,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

C6 AJE red Austin MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
88,252 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 AJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Austin
Model
Mini Mayfair
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 AJE was last recorded at 88,252 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 3,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Aug 2012: 4,207 miles, lower than 96,611 miles on 29 Jun 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,412 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,252 miles
  • 2024 – 84,412 miles
  • 2020 – 84,079 miles
  • 2019 – 5,385 miles
  • 2018 – 5,280 miles
  • 2013 – 5,146 miles
  • 2012 – 4,228 miles
  • 2009 – 96,611 miles
  • 2008 – 89,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,252 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Vehicle very corroded underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,252 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,252 miles
    Test number
    848141384850
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail88,252 miles (+3,840)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,252 miles
    Test number
    918948610789
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,412 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    797275917013
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,407 miles (+328)12 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,407 miles
    Test number
    563288969527
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,079 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,079 miles
    Test number
    421082902767
    • AdvisoryVehicle very corroded underneath

  6. Fail84,077 miles (+78,692)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,077 miles
    Test number
    444882922580
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirement only just met
    • AdvisoryVehicle very corroded underneath
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass5,385 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    5,385 miles
    Test number
    249625771896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail5,351 miles (+71)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,351 miles
    Test number
    675256145195
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass5,280 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    5,280 miles
    Test number
    337466682247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass5,146 miles (+918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    5,146 miles
    Test number
    225170043231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass4,228 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    4,228 miles
    Test number
    275704442212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail4,207 miles (-92,404)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,207 miles
    Test number
    219247732229
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  13. Pass96,611 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,611 miles
    Test number
    890330689192
    • NoteGeneral corrosion
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteRear foot brake effort could be better?

  14. Fail96,610 miles (+7,116)9 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,610 miles
    Test number
    251826379148
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteRear foot brake effort could be better?

  15. Pass89,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    89,494 miles
    Test number
    484596678128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,494 miles13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,494 miles
    Test number
    903812878196
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about C6 AJE

Does C6 AJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C6 AJE expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C6 AJE?
The MOT on C6 AJE expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C6 AJE done?
C6 AJE was recorded at 88,252 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025.
Has C6 AJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 AJE has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on C6 AJE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C6 AJE find?
C6 AJE passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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