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White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

F3 FLSMOT history

F3 FLS is a white petrol MINI first used on 24 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 100,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

F3 FLS white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
100,977 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 FLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 FLS was last recorded at 100,977 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,957 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
4,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,977 miles
  • 2025 – 98,646 miles
  • 2024 – 96,311 miles
  • 2023 – 93,990 miles
  • 2022 – 91,642 miles
  • 2021 – 88,665 miles
  • 2020 – 85,114 miles
  • 2019 – 80,208 miles
  • 2018 – 75,003 miles
  • 2017 – 69,409 miles
  • 2016 – 66,138 miles
  • 2015 – 63,215 miles
  • 2014 – 60,373 miles
  • 2013 – 58,208 miles
  • 2012 – 51,039 miles
  • 2011 – 41,879 miles
  • 2010 – 34,224 miles
  • 2009 – 29,017 miles
  • 2008 – 20,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,977 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine oil dip stick cannot be removed, stuckRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,977 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    100,977 miles
    Test number
    963609310760
    • AdvisoryEngine oil dip stick cannot be removed, stuck
    • 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 Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail100,957 miles (+2,311)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,957 miles
    Test number
    565389367866
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective oxidised (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative arm on automatic adjuster detached (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective oxidised (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil dip stick cannot be removed, stuck
    • 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 Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass98,646 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    98,646 miles
    Test number
    570096791796
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail98,646 miles (+2,335)1 dangerous1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,646 miles
    Test number
    407981727643
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass96,311 miles (+2,321)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,311 miles
    Test number
    380454127705
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass93,990 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    389073346687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and outer edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail93,987 miles (+2,345)1 dangerous1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,987 miles
    Test number
    730240739474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil dip stick damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and outer edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass91,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    528643836234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail91,642 miles (+2,977)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    921011104436
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass88,665 miles (+3,551)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,665 miles
    Test number
    502917597919
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass85,114 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,114 miles
    Test number
    811411391827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre nail in tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and nail in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Fail85,114 miles (+4,906)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,114 miles
    Test number
    962474960124
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre nail in tyre tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and nail in tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass80,208 miles (+5,205)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    543892649633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer walls numerous perishing splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  14. Pass75,003 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,003 miles
    Test number
    325661924262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind
  15. Fail75,003 miles (+5,594)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,003 miles
    Test number
    486833422213
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure along inner section of tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind
  16. Pass69,409 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,409 miles
    Test number
    762194567933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,138 miles (+50)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    153015618194
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured repeater (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre shows uneven wear and out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured repeater (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted; obscuring certain testable components
    • AdvisoryRear section exhaust heavily corroded
  18. Fail66,088 miles (+2,873)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,088 miles
    Test number
    162567365403
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured repeater (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre shows uneven wear and out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured repeater (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted; obscuring certain testable components
    • AdvisoryRear section exhaust heavily corroded
  19. Pass63,215 miles (+2,842)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,215 miles
    Test number
    785332635129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass60,373 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,373 miles
    Test number
    226076724167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,208 miles
    Test number
    257561523143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,208 miles (+7,169)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,208 miles
    Test number
    618871823161
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
  23. Pass51,039 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,039 miles
    Test number
    458689222189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
  24. Fail51,038 miles (+9,159)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,038 miles
    Test number
    806359322190
    • FailureFront Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
  25. Pass41,879 miles (+7,655)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,879 miles
    Test number
    587320371048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust outer skin rusted
  26. Pass34,224 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,224 miles
    Test number
    912061720109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,017 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,017 miles
    Test number
    914619729150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,011 miles (+8,215)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,011 miles
    Test number
    200377229426
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteUneven wear front tyres.
  29. Pass20,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,796 miles
    Test number
    542769628111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 FLS

Does F3 FLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 FLS is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 FLS?
The MOT on F3 FLS is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 FLS done?
F3 FLS was recorded at 100,977 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 4,391 miles a year.
Has F3 FLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 FLS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 FLS 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 FLS find?
F3 FLS passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: engine oil dip stick cannot be removed, stuck; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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