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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

F3 BBYMOT history

F3 BBY is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 9 of 18 MOT tests, with 43,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
43,786 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
9 passed · 9 failed
Per year
786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 BBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

F3 BBY was last recorded at 43,786 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,670 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,786 miles
  • 2025 – 43,670 miles
  • 2023 – 43,507 miles
  • 2021 – 43,149 miles
  • 2015 – 37,708 miles
  • 2014 – 37,134 miles
  • 2013 – 35,540 miles
  • 2012 – 33,422 miles
  • 2011 – 31,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail43,786 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension sticking not dropping on its own

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail43,786 miles (+116)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,786 miles
    Test number
    182815513073
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension sticking not dropping on its own
  2. Pass43,670 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    328620131910
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard switch intermittent
  3. Fail43,669 miles (+162)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,669 miles
    Test number
    633825827198
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all ( dirt ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard switch intermittent
  4. Pass43,507 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    43,507 miles
    Test number
    459640177995
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  5. Fail43,505 miles (+356)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,505 miles
    Test number
    580047219503
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass43,149 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    43,149 miles
    Test number
    539993197263
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Fail43,123 miles (+5,415)2 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,123 miles
    Test number
    529689829893
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floors
  8. Pass37,708 miles (+14)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,708 miles
    Test number
    689461685113
    • NoteCentre/ rear exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteCorrosion to both front floor pans just outside perscribed area
  9. Fail37,694 miles (+560)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,694 miles
    Test number
    516848145114
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteLow effort to rear brakes
  10. Pass37,134 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    245599264121
    • NoteBoth front shocks damp. both rear shocks slightly weak.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread perished.
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim slightly to right.
    • NoteO/s sunshade slightly loose.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to wheelarch.
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f upper ball joint.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f lower suspension arm inner bush.
    • NoteSuspect both front subframe mounts on inner x-member loose. (rust trails)
  11. Fail37,134 miles (+1,594)6 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    207818164434
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteBoth front shocks damp. both rear shocks slightly weak.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread perished.
    • NoteO/s headlamp aim slightly to right.
    • NoteO/s sunshade slightly loose.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to wheelarch.
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f upper ball joint.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f lower suspension arm inner bush.
    • NoteSuspect both front subframe mounts on inner x-member loose. (rust trails)
  12. Pass35,540 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,540 miles
    Test number
    908983513154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,533 miles (+2,111)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,533 miles
    Test number
    278556183003
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass33,422 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,422 miles
    Test number
    275714392019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,420 miles (+1,855)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,420 miles
    Test number
    708963192036
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteBoth front shocks damp.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer edge being cut by modified wing behind o/s/f plastic wheelarch. rectify asap, may destroy tyre..
  16. Pass31,565 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,565 miles
    Test number
    628824691057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,564 miles1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,564 miles
    Test number
    228311791097
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBonnet release very stiff, suggest attention before cable failure.
    • NoteSlight lateral movement in steering rack, suspect mounting u-bolts slightly loose.
  18. Pass43,521 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,521 km
    Test number
    143139909245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about F3 BBY

Does F3 BBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F3 BBY expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F3 BBY?
The MOT on F3 BBY expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F3 BBY done?
F3 BBY was recorded at 43,786 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 786 miles a year.
Has F3 BBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 BBY has failed 9 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 BBY 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 F3 BBY find?
F3 BBY failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 6 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; horn not working; offside front wheel bearing has excessive play, and 7 more.

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