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Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

C8 HVSMOT history

C8 HVS is a blue diesel MINI first used on 23 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 130,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

C8 HVS blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
130,290 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 HVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 HVS was last recorded at 130,290 miles on 14 May 2026, 10,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,978 miles · 28 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,312 miles
Average per year
5,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,290 miles
  • 2025 – 119,978 miles
  • 2024 – 110,093 miles
  • 2023 – 106,872 miles
  • 2022 – 102,746 miles
  • 2021 – 99,680 miles
  • 2020 – 96,578 miles
  • 2019 – 93,153 miles
  • 2018 – 87,809 miles
  • 2017 – 83,261 miles
  • 2016 – 79,427 miles
  • 2015 – 78,160 miles
  • 2014 – 68,987 miles
  • 2013 – 58,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,290 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,290 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    130,290 miles
    Test number
    868921401241
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail130,290 miles (+10,312)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,290 miles
    Test number
    700669878434
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass119,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    137634343684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,978 miles (+9,885)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    753324404538
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

  5. Pass110,093 miles (+3,221)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    110,093 miles
    Test number
    383020875974
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning middle lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass106,872 miles (+4,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,872 miles
    Test number
    371351615305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass102,746 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,746 miles
    Test number
    718432956463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail102,741 miles (+3,061)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,741 miles
    Test number
    118257351924
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass99,680 miles (+3,102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,680 miles
    Test number
    323071921064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsr brake binding

  10. Pass96,578 miles (+3,425)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,578 miles
    Test number
    102292871046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass93,153 miles (+5,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,153 miles
    Test number
    754293387299
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOsr brake slightly binding

  12. Pass87,809 miles (+4,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,809 miles
    Test number
    577136722200
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some items

  13. Pass83,261 miles (+3,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,261 miles
    Test number
    485355296889
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass79,427 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,427 miles
    Test number
    160078411301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,160 miles
    Test number
    105419626437
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryCovers under the car
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail78,160 miles (+9,173)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,160 miles
    Test number
    249906344966
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryCovers under the car
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail68,987 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,987 miles
    Test number
    806712604390
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt not checked as child seat is attached

  18. Pass68,987 miles (+10,833)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,987 miles
    Test number
    965782804360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt not checked as child seat is attached

  19. Pass58,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    366887393249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 HVS

Does C8 HVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 HVS is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 HVS?
The MOT on C8 HVS is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 HVS done?
C8 HVS was recorded at 130,290 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 5,746 miles a year.
Has C8 HVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 HVS has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 HVS 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 C8 HVS find?
C8 HVS passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 5 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm, and 2 more.

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