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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

J66 GFHMOT history

J66 GFH is a blue petrol MINI first used on 7 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 170,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

J66 GFH blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
170,000 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 GFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

J66 GFH was last recorded at 170,000 miles on 13 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,000 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 170,000 miles
  • 2021 – 162,383 miles
  • 2020 – 155,582 miles
  • 2019 – 148,402 miles
  • 2018 – 140,864 miles
  • 2017 – 133,165 miles
  • 2016 – 126,502 miles
  • 2015 – 119,946 miles
  • 2014 – 113,160 miles
  • 2013 – 93,612 miles
  • 2012 – 83,953 miles
  • 2011 – 78,686 miles
  • 2010 – 71,953 miles
  • 2009 – 65,982 miles
  • 2008 – 57,956 miles
  • 2007 – 49,490 miles
  • 2006 – 42,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read3 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    712400070968
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass170,000 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,000 miles
    Test number
    291178351054
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail170,000 miles (+7,617)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,000 miles
    Test number
    283745083671
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure tank strap ex corroded broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass162,383 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    162,383 miles
    Test number
    404035966625
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  5. Fail162,383 miles (+6,801)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,383 miles
    Test number
    165704841035
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  6. Pass155,582 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,582 miles
    Test number
    225426459344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail155,582 miles (+7,180)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,582 miles
    Test number
    271052333880
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass148,402 miles (+7,538)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,402 miles
    Test number
    127806843984
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass140,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    140,864 miles
    Test number
    120884443761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail140,864 miles (+7,699)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,864 miles
    Test number
    160754491126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass133,165 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    133,165 miles
    Test number
    885999371797
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre getting low on inner edge

  12. Fail133,121 miles (+6,619)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,121 miles
    Test number
    536201873656
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre getting low on inner edge

  13. Pass126,502 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    126,502 miles
    Test number
    534530834830
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage over rack (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail126,447 miles (+6,501)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,447 miles
    Test number
    879054493777
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage over rack (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass119,946 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    119,946 miles
    Test number
    828986718586
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail119,946 miles (+6,786)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,946 miles
    Test number
    488037335263
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass113,160 miles (+41)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,160 miles
    Test number
    546385134249
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail113,119 miles (+19,507)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,119 miles
    Test number
    689492334255
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass93,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,612 miles
    Test number
    135184913092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,612 miles (+9,659)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,612 miles
    Test number
    935014413066
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass83,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,953 miles
    Test number
    998068532013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,952 miles (+5,266)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,952 miles
    Test number
    195678732453
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front wishbone bushes split
    • NoteO/s handbrake low reading
    • NoteRear numberplate deteriorated
    • NoteSurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  23. Pass78,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,686 miles
    Test number
    267328831071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail78,686 miles (+6,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,686 miles
    Test number
    747564131044
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass71,953 miles (+5,971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,953 miles
    Test number
    882424930015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass65,982 miles (+8,026)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,982 miles
    Test number
    833541529077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,956 miles (+8,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,956 miles
    Test number
    733210488095
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass49,490 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    49,490 miles
    Test number
    211540217465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded but not blowing

  29. Fail49,486 miles (+6,924)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,486 miles
    Test number
    842489507139
    • FailureLower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth sides rear brakes have slight bind
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded, but not leaking

  30. Pass42,562 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,562 miles
    Test number
    571798716135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about J66 GFH

Does J66 GFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J66 GFH expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J66 GFH?
The MOT on J66 GFH expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J66 GFH done?
J66 GFH was recorded at 170,000 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2022, an average of 7,665 miles a year.
Has J66 GFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 GFH has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on J66 GFH 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 J66 GFH find?
J66 GFH failed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 15 more.

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