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Gold · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

C8 MBBMOT history

C8 MBB is a gold petrol MINI first used on 25 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

C8 MBB gold MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
81,468 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 MBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 MBB was last recorded at 81,468 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,923 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,545 miles
Average per year
3,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,468 miles
  • 2024 – 79,923 miles
  • 2023 – 78,425 miles
  • 2022 – 75,403 miles
  • 2021 – 72,401 miles
  • 2020 – 69,368 miles
  • 2019 – 66,356 miles
  • 2018 – 63,750 miles
  • 2017 – 61,090 miles
  • 2016 – 57,990 miles
  • 2015 – 54,937 miles
  • 2014 – 52,315 miles
  • 2013 – 49,390 miles
  • 2012 – 45,661 miles
  • 2011 – 40,173 miles
  • 2010 – 35,368 miles
  • 2009 – 29,514 miles
  • 2008 – 24,092 miles
  • 2007 – 20,915 miles
  • 2006 – 15,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,468 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,468 miles (+1,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,468 miles
    Test number
    317545480614
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,923 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,923 miles
    Test number
    899480021021
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox deteriorated/corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail79,923 miles (+1,498)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,923 miles
    Test number
    565699721080
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox deteriorated/corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,425 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,425 miles
    Test number
    827160666994
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes soft
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail78,425 miles (+3,022)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,425 miles
    Test number
    912510217884
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes soft
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass75,403 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,403 miles
    Test number
    804251696834
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail75,403 miles (+3,002)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,403 miles
    Test number
    529460631824
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass72,401 miles (+3,033)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,401 miles
    Test number
    392703931533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,368 miles
    Test number
    994399597088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  10. Fail69,368 miles (+3,012)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,368 miles
    Test number
    329949461234
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Pass66,356 miles (+2,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,356 miles
    Test number
    398188617603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,750 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,750 miles
    Test number
    795405385341
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail63,749 miles (+2,659)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,749 miles
    Test number
    656908600356
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass61,090 miles (+3,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,090 miles
    Test number
    798343708108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass57,990 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,990 miles
    Test number
    744330839935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,937 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,937 miles
    Test number
    576334732783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,315 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,315 miles
    Test number
    295368424344
    • NoteVarious pipes corroding

  18. Fail52,315 miles (+2,925)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,315 miles
    Test number
    637028924377
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVarious pipes corroding

  19. Pass49,390 miles (+3,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,390 miles
    Test number
    117526123369
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass45,661 miles (+5,488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,661 miles
    Test number
    169008522377
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded

  21. Fail40,173 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,173 miles
    Test number
    488656521458
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass40,173 miles (+4,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,173 miles
    Test number
    908446921366
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail35,368 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,368 miles
    Test number
    440189710497
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded and weak

  24. Pass35,368 miles (+5,854)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,368 miles
    Test number
    784749210389
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded and weak

  25. Pass29,514 miles (+5,422)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,514 miles
    Test number
    403454429328
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass24,092 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,092 miles
    Test number
    932415228309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,915 miles (+5,388)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,915 miles
    Test number
    311733027342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,527 miles
    Test number
    103236826324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 MBB

Does C8 MBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 MBB is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C8 MBB?
The MOT on C8 MBB is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 MBB done?
C8 MBB was recorded at 81,468 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,476 miles a year.
Has C8 MBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 MBB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on C8 MBB 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 MBB find?
C8 MBB passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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