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MINI (R57)

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

J8 KKLMOT history

J8 KKL is a black diesel MINI (R57) first used on 19 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 31,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

J8 KKL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
31,089 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 KKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R57)
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 KKL was last recorded at 31,089 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 2,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
28,639 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,450 miles
Average per year
1,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,089 miles
  • 2025 – 28,639 miles
  • 2024 – 26,367 miles
  • 2023 – 24,098 miles
  • 2022 – 21,613 miles
  • 2021 – 18,834 miles
  • 2020 – 15,816 miles
  • 2019 – 15,651 miles
  • 2018 – 15,338 miles
  • 2017 – 15,115 miles
  • 2016 – 14,156 miles
  • 2015 – 13,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,089 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn near the limit and on edges
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are deteriorated with small cracks
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn thin
  • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel has slight restriction to free movement
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs are worn and o/s has corrosion to inner brake surface
  • AdvisoryRear brake pads are unevenly worn across axle, n/s lower

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,089 miles (+2,450)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    31,089 miles
    Test number
    184155341563
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn near the limit and on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are deteriorated with small cracks
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn thin
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel has slight restriction to free movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are worn and o/s has corrosion to inner brake surface
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are unevenly worn across axle, n/s lower

  2. Pass28,639 miles (+2,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    28,639 miles
    Test number
    958093152240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass26,367 miles (+2,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    26,367 miles
    Test number
    507936887771
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass24,098 miles (+2,485)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    24,098 miles
    Test number
    521205139767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass21,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    21,613 miles
    Test number
    117771111634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail21,613 miles (+2,779)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,613 miles
    Test number
    709542756331
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  7. Pass18,834 miles (+3,018)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    18,834 miles
    Test number
    661575498371
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth regestration plates only just confrom to reqruiements

  8. Pass15,816 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    15,816 miles
    Test number
    239484202516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass15,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    15,651 miles
    Test number
    946681667410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail15,651 miles (+313)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,651 miles
    Test number
    106696240891
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass15,338 miles (+223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    15,338 miles
    Test number
    952828535294
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass15,115 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    15,115 miles
    Test number
    428539307023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    14,156 miles
    Test number
    989526938463
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail14,156 miles (+366)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,156 miles
    Test number
    952074527340
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass13,790 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,790 miles
    Test number
    618271775062
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront wiper blade split but still clears effectively

Questions about J8 KKL

Does J8 KKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 KKL is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 KKL?
The MOT on J8 KKL is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 KKL done?
J8 KKL was recorded at 31,089 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 1,531 miles a year.
Has J8 KKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 KKL has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on J8 KKL 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 J8 KKL find?
J8 KKL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: both front tyres are worn near the limit and on edges; both rear tyres are deteriorated with small cracks; front brake discs are worn thin, and 4 more.

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