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Rover Mini

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,275 cc

J8 NTOMOT history

J8 NTO is a green petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 42,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
42,577 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 NTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 NTO was last recorded at 42,577 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,571 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,577 miles
  • 2025 – 42,384 miles
  • 2024 – 42,006 miles
  • 2023 – 41,746 miles
  • 2022 – 41,584 miles
  • 2021 – 41,157 miles
  • 2020 – 40,576 miles
  • 2019 – 39,967 miles
  • 2018 – 39,741 miles
  • 2017 – 39,337 miles
  • 2016 – 38,796 miles
  • 2015 – 37,363 miles
  • 2014 – 36,776 miles
  • 2013 – 35,175 miles
  • 2012 – 35,134 miles
  • 2011 – 34,540 miles
  • 2010 – 33,661 miles
  • 2009 – 32,441 miles
  • 2007 – 30,733 miles
  • 2006 – 18,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,577 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,577 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    42,577 miles
    Test number
    426541329095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail42,571 miles (+187)3 major3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,571 miles
    Test number
    221457078415
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working Slight corrosion to bulb holder (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass42,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    42,384 miles
    Test number
    124972723872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail42,382 miles (+376)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,382 miles
    Test number
    526795367121
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

  5. Pass42,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    42,006 miles
    Test number
    966245501134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,004 miles (+20)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,004 miles
    Test number
    622771706990
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail41,984 miles (+238)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,984 miles
    Test number
    684063855852
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front sub frame, rear mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear sub frame, rear mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front sub frame, rear mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass41,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,746 miles
    Test number
    362688595967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,746 miles (+162)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,746 miles
    Test number
    698818328634
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension system inoperative Radius arm Seized (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass41,584 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,584 miles
    Test number
    329019823162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,157 miles (+581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    41,157 miles
    Test number
    849562720849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass40,576 miles (+609)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    40,576 miles
    Test number
    561037396930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,967 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    39,967 miles
    Test number
    962846931981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,741 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,741 miles
    Test number
    916093367251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,337 miles
    Test number
    235305718516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,337 miles (+541)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,337 miles
    Test number
    346243946692
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass38,796 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,796 miles
    Test number
    601017400005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,363 miles (+587)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,363 miles
    Test number
    368029085069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass36,776 miles (+20)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,776 miles
    Test number
    187164594061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  20. Fail36,756 miles (+1,581)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,756 miles
    Test number
    138460294445
    • FailureFront Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  21. Pass35,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,175 miles
    Test number
    326230983048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,175 miles (+41)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,175 miles
    Test number
    829687273044
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass35,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,134 miles
    Test number
    879460982072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,134 miles (+594)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,134 miles
    Test number
    289989372094
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass34,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,540 miles
    Test number
    855004081047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,540 miles (+879)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,540 miles
    Test number
    116007771088
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass33,661 miles (+1,220)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,661 miles
    Test number
    533954170078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,441 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,441 miles
    Test number
    423959869049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,733 miles (+4,327)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,733 miles
    Test number
    824141287234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,406 miles (+7,979)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,406 miles
    Test number
    750515847060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,427 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,427 miles
    Test number
    352510856032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail18,426 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,426 miles
    Test number
    693748046083
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about J8 NTO

Does J8 NTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 NTO is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 NTO?
The MOT on J8 NTO is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 NTO done?
J8 NTO was recorded at 42,577 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,183 miles a year.
Has J8 NTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 NTO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 NTO 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 NTO find?
J8 NTO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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