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MINI Cooper S

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

DM 8394MOT history

DM 8394 is a blue petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 29 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

DM 8394 blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,082 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DM 8394
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DM 8394 was last recorded at 83,082 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Dec 2022: 6,730 miles, lower than 76,730 miles on 1 Dec 2022.

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
83,081 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,082 miles
  • 2024 – 80,759 miles
  • 2023 – 79,051 miles
  • 2022 – 6,730 miles
  • 2021 – 73,903 miles
  • 2020 – 73,028 miles
  • 2019 – 71,602 miles
  • 2018 – 68,527 miles
  • 2017 – 64,570 miles
  • 2016 – 60,551 miles
  • 2015 – 52,996 miles
  • 2014 – 48,250 miles
  • 2013 – 43,363 miles
  • 2012 – 37,181 miles
  • 2011 – 28,198 miles
  • 2010 – 20,124 miles
  • 2009 – 15,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,082 miles

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Corner.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,082 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,082 miles
    Test number
    830337015541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,081 miles (+2,322)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,081 miles
    Test number
    989556914666
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,759 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    80,759 miles
    Test number
    571752058945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  4. Fail80,746 miles (+1,695)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,746 miles
    Test number
    930222871909
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  5. Pass79,051 miles (+72,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    79,051 miles
    Test number
    549833579391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake Flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass6,730 miles (-70,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    6,730 miles
    Test number
    840683329434
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail76,730 miles (+2,827)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,730 miles
    Test number
    149508618163
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass73,903 miles (+875)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,903 miles
    Test number
    832610813202
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view airline fracture (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,028 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,028 miles
    Test number
    471283188606
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Corner. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil level below minimum REQUIRES ATTENTION. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail73,028 miles (+1,426)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,028 miles
    Test number
    953569404452
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Corner. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil level below minimum REQUIRES ATTENTION. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,602 miles
    Test number
    220076815704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,602 miles (+3,075)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,602 miles
    Test number
    410633881372
    • DangerousAdvise front brake caliper pistons almost fully extended
    • DangerousAdvise rear brake caliper pistons almost fully extended
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of front brake discs corrode plus lipped faces not true .
    • AdvisoryAdvise near side rear brake disc face not true corroded .

  13. Pass68,527 miles (+3,957)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,527 miles
    Test number
    189203647471
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn to approx. 3 mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front of engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass64,570 miles (+4,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,570 miles
    Test number
    932542488337
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn to 2 + mm.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass60,551 miles (+7,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    616376179178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass52,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    521239441588
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail52,996 miles (+4,746)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    972740855609
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Road wheel bead rim badly distorted bead (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at exhaust system joints.

  18. Pass48,250 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,250 miles
    Test number
    415876314324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear number plate lamp lens cover missing.
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated/corroded.

  19. Fail48,250 miles (+4,887)6 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,250 miles
    Test number
    998566814372
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear number plate lamp lens cover missing.
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated/corroded.

  20. Pass43,363 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,363 miles
    Test number
    547307213345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear silencer box deteriorated/corroded.
    • NoteSurface cut across tread of the offside front tyre.

  21. Fail43,363 miles (+6,182)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,363 miles
    Test number
    787206813374
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear silencer box deteriorated/corroded.
    • NoteSurface cut across tread of the offside front tyre.

  22. Pass37,181 miles (+8,983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,181 miles
    Test number
    678488312353
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass28,198 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,198 miles
    Test number
    445160021447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight accident damage to nearside rear wing and bumper

  24. Fail28,197 miles (+8,073)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,197 miles
    Test number
    406610021352
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front road wheel has a damaged inner bead rim
    • NoteSlight accident damage to nearside rear wing and bumper

  25. Pass20,124 miles (+4,973)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    20,124 miles
    Test number
    464970520306
    • NoteN/S/F,O/S/F & N/S/R Tyres are worn on the inner edges

  26. Pass15,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    15,151 miles
    Test number
    401801139357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DM 8394

What vehicle is registration DM 8394 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DM 8394 on a blue petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 29 Nov 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DM 8394 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DM 8394 is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on DM 8394?
The MOT on DM 8394 is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DM 8394 done?
DM 8394 was recorded at 83,082 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 4,240 miles a year.
Has DM 8394 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DM 8394 has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on DM 8394 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Dec 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on DM 8394 find?
DM 8394 passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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