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Austin Mini Advantage

Red · Petrol · 1987 · 998 cc

E855 FJFMOT history

E855 FJF is a red petrol Austin Mini Advantage first used on 31 Oct 1987. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 23,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

E855 FJF red Austin MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
23,015 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
E855 FJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Austin
Model
Mini Advantage
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Oct 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

E855 FJF was last recorded at 23,015 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Nov 2007: 87,904 miles, lower than 843,950 miles on 13 Nov 2006.
  • 15 Feb 2012: 1,233 miles, lower than 99,730 miles on 25 Mar 2011.

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
23,015 miles · 29 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,015 miles
  • 2025 – 23,015 miles
  • 2024 – 20,511 miles
  • 2023 – 16,015 miles
  • 2022 – 15,407 miles
  • 2021 – 15,378 miles
  • 2019 – 15,345 miles
  • 2018 – 15,115 miles
  • 2016 – 15,114 miles
  • 2015 – 13,374 miles
  • 2014 – 10,008 miles
  • 2013 – 7,018 miles
  • 2012 – 2,222 miles
  • 2011 – 99,730 miles
  • 2010 – 94,671 miles
  • 2008 – 91,382 miles
  • 2007 – 87,904 miles
  • 2006 – 843,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,015 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, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    23,015 miles
    Test number
    396246265256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail23,015 miles (+2,496)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,015 miles
    Test number
    145621205750
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass20,519 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    20,519 miles
    Test number
    279655667337
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail20,519 miles (+8)1 major2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,519 miles
    Test number
    844436954263
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded across front subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass20,511 miles (+4,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    20,511 miles
    Test number
    111569595839
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass16,015 miles (+608)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    16,015 miles
    Test number
    111877323902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess steady bar bracket (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass15,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    15,407 miles
    Test number
    700742913092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail15,407 miles (+29)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,407 miles
    Test number
    211758443913
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass15,378 miles (+33)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    15,378 miles
    Test number
    557468549991
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall patches of underside corrosion

  10. Pass15,345 miles (+230)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    15,345 miles
    Test number
    774327480965
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall patches of corrosion

  11. Pass15,115 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    15,115 miles
    Test number
    925598552136
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  12. Pass15,114 miles (+1,740)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    15,114 miles
    Test number
    676706188719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,374 miles (+3,366)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    13,374 miles
    Test number
    232271912171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,008 miles (+6)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    10,008 miles
    Test number
    175354604368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear brakes slightly binding
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear shocker stud mounting

  15. Pass10,002 miles (+2,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    10,002 miles
    Test number
    328623284215
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass7,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    7,018 miles
    Test number
    867746273297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail7,018 miles (+4,796)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,018 miles
    Test number
    895095973214
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass2,222 miles (+822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    2,222 miles
    Test number
    339208672239
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  19. Pass1,400 miles (+167)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    1,400 miles
    Test number
    419532472010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteNearside front hinge corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Fail1,233 miles (-98,497)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,233 miles
    Test number
    118946242094
    • FailureHazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f door hindge corroded
    • NoteRear sub frame corroded

  21. Pass99,730 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,730 miles
    Test number
    207834981079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail99,722 miles (+5,051)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,722 miles
    Test number
    356315531051
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Pass94,671 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    94,671 miles
    Test number
    363581830036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail94,632 miles (+3,250)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,632 miles
    Test number
    553883720056
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  25. Pass91,382 miles (+3,478)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    91,382 miles
    Test number
    512799528305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,904 miles (-756,046)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    87,904 miles
    Test number
    894273427381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass843,950 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    843,950 miles
    Test number
    630667016308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    372394665221
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Questions about E855 FJF

Does E855 FJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E855 FJF is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on E855 FJF?
The MOT on E855 FJF is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E855 FJF done?
E855 FJF was recorded at 23,015 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026.
Has E855 FJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E855 FJF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on E855 FJF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Nov 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on E855 FJF find?
E855 FJF passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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