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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

C8 MAEMOT history

C8 MAE is a silver petrol MINI first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 58,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

C8 MAE silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,634 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2021
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 MAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 MAE was last recorded at 58,634 miles on 6 Jul 2021, 941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,693 miles · 6 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
941 miles
Average per year
2,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 58,634 miles
  • 2020 – 57,693 miles
  • 2019 – 56,870 miles
  • 2018 – 55,914 miles
  • 2017 – 54,447 miles
  • 2016 – 52,979 miles
  • 2015 – 49,363 miles
  • 2014 – 45,865 miles
  • 2013 – 43,032 miles
  • 2012 – 41,340 miles
  • 2011 – 38,496 miles
  • 2010 – 35,861 miles
  • 2009 – 33,266 miles
  • 2008 – 30,795 miles
  • 2007 – 27,939 miles
  • 2006 – 24,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    332224782966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    460938055709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    701138975434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    100958320680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    178748256156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    111194598702
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    692986486187
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass58,634 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,634 miles
    Test number
    797529760952
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail58,634 miles (+941)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,634 miles
    Test number
    865121795532
    • 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass57,693 miles (+823)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    846740213465
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded

  11. Pass56,870 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    56,870 miles
    Test number
    253215686068
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills slightly corroded

  12. Fail56,864 miles (+950)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,864 miles
    Test number
    731282638853
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills slightly corroded

  13. Pass55,914 miles (+1,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,914 miles
    Test number
    504100709286
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded

  14. Pass54,447 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    54,447 miles
    Test number
    536257363316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,979 miles (+3,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,979 miles
    Test number
    807107912559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass49,363 miles (+3,498)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,363 miles
    Test number
    671604769945
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension beam slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam slight corrosion

  17. Pass45,865 miles (+2,833)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,865 miles
    Test number
    937435244247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension beams slight corrosion

  18. Pass43,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,032 miles
    Test number
    936886143268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,032 miles (+1,692)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,032 miles
    Test number
    988651143283
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  20. Pass41,340 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,340 miles
    Test number
    346897442412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,496 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,496 miles
    Test number
    827512051270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,861 miles (+2,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,861 miles
    Test number
    871581350279
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass33,266 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,266 miles
    Test number
    704193459280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,795 miles
    Test number
    563119658288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,795 miles (+2,856)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,795 miles
    Test number
    500396058235
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass27,939 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,939 miles
    Test number
    322209547417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,328 miles
    Test number
    332720256251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 MAE

Does C8 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 MAE is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 MAE?
The MOT on C8 MAE is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 MAE done?
C8 MAE was recorded at 58,634 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2021, an average of 2,314 miles a year.
Has C8 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 MAE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 MAE 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 MAE find?
C8 MAE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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