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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1988 · 998 cc

F657 CEYMOT history

F657 CEY is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 7 Oct 1988. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 61,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
61,645 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F657 CEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
7 Oct 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F657 CEY was last recorded at 61,645 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,633 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,645 miles
  • 2025 – 61,633 miles
  • 2024 – 61,345 miles
  • 2023 – 61,185 miles
  • 2022 – 61,123 miles
  • 2021 – 60,903 miles
  • 2020 – 60,344 miles
  • 2016 – 60,332 miles
  • 2012 – 60,310 miles
  • 2011 – 59,925 miles
  • 2010 – 59,047 miles
  • 2009 – 57,936 miles
  • 2008 – 56,544 miles
  • 2007 – 55,187 miles
  • 2006 – 53,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,645 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front small chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,645 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    61,645 miles
    Test number
    782542691354
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass61,633 miles (+288)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    61,633 miles
    Test number
    560377859527
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass61,345 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    61,345 miles
    Test number
    815141190905
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail61,302 miles (+117)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,302 miles
    Test number
    669046949432
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass61,185 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,185 miles
    Test number
    107849118870
    • AdvisoryFront small chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail61,184 miles (+61)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,184 miles
    Test number
    677003969311
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced battery tray holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront small chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass61,123 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    61,123 miles
    Test number
    956292840423
    • AdvisoryChip in Windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail61,123 miles (+220)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,123 miles
    Test number
    114488958596
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust Blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective 2nd to Gearbox Insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,903 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    60,903 miles
    Test number
    173303672318
    • MinorRear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFan belt poor,

  10. Fail60,902 miles (+558)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,902 miles
    Test number
    756932172558
    • MajorDirection indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFan belt poor,

  11. Pass60,344 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    60,344 miles
    Test number
    147821288193
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre outer wall perishing
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and outer sills corroding

  12. Fail60,344 miles (+12)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,344 miles
    Test number
    862470981696
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre outer wall perishing
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and outer sills corroding

  13. Pass60,332 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    529505377702
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both rear (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail60,331 miles (+21)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,331 miles
    Test number
    119909856455
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement parking brake (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering battery tray (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both rear (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass60,310 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,310 miles
    Test number
    736156272009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail60,300 miles (+375)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    139778462470
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,925 miles (+10)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,925 miles
    Test number
    656322201146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail59,915 miles (+868)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,915 miles
    Test number
    189477791074
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass59,047 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,047 miles
    Test number
    804912960180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail59,028 miles (+1,092)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,028 miles
    Test number
    874768850117
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass57,936 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,936 miles
    Test number
    403436959195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,544 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,544 miles
    Test number
    683538258147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,187 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,187 miles
    Test number
    190635657127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    843132876112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,482 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    774112676160
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Questions about F657 CEY

Does F657 CEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F657 CEY is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on F657 CEY?
The MOT on F657 CEY is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F657 CEY done?
F657 CEY was recorded at 61,645 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 406 miles a year.
Has F657 CEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F657 CEY has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on F657 CEY 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 F657 CEY find?
F657 CEY passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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