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Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

C8 SOUMOT history

C8 SOU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 8 May 2007. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

C8 SOU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
106,631 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 SOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 May 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 SOU was last recorded at 106,631 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 5,678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,953 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
5,678 miles
Average per year
5,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,631 miles
  • 2024 – 100,953 miles
  • 2022 – 96,842 miles
  • 2021 – 92,837 miles
  • 2020 – 85,647 miles
  • 2019 – 81,658 miles
  • 2018 – 80,444 miles
  • 2017 – 76,880 miles
  • 2016 – 71,631 miles
  • 2014 – 64,535 miles
  • 2013 – 50,149 miles
  • 2012 – 41,473 miles
  • 2011 – 31,369 miles
  • 2010 – 23,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,631 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,631 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,631 miles
    Test number
    724179116653
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail106,631 miles (+5,678)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,631 miles
    Test number
    542879170654
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,953 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,953 miles
    Test number
    616941814583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,842 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,842 miles
    Test number
    878277702691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail96,841 miles (+4,004)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,841 miles
    Test number
    944652073190
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,837 miles
    Test number
    341989489704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,837 miles (+7,190)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,837 miles
    Test number
    799550842025
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass85,647 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,647 miles
    Test number
    482654460128
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail85,647 miles (+3,989)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,647 miles
    Test number
    779933752745
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass81,658 miles (+1,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,658 miles
    Test number
    227882427240
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  11. Pass80,444 miles (+3,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,444 miles
    Test number
    968277431155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass76,880 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,880 miles
    Test number
    333000741818
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail76,880 miles (+5,249)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,880 miles
    Test number
    717998723672
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass71,631 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,631 miles
    Test number
    793338680379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,630 miles (+7,095)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,630 miles
    Test number
    159210854858
    • FailureFront Lower engine mounting bracket missing bolt missing (6.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch trim missing
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on

  16. Pass64,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,535 miles
    Test number
    405725254213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,535 miles (+14,386)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,535 miles
    Test number
    805055354292
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass50,149 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,149 miles
    Test number
    217408533191
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail50,149 miles (+8,676)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,149 miles
    Test number
    265258633451
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass41,473 miles (+10,104)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,473 miles
    Test number
    885893132164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,369 miles (+7,730)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,369 miles
    Test number
    929601831159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    23,639 miles
    Test number
    663419010158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 SOU

Does C8 SOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 SOU expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 SOU?
The MOT on C8 SOU expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 SOU done?
C8 SOU was recorded at 106,631 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 5,546 miles a year.
Has C8 SOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 SOU has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 SOU 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 SOU find?
C8 SOU passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 2 more.

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