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MINI (R60)

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

J8 VCTMOT history

J8 VCT is a black diesel MINI (R60) first used on 19 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 100,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,328 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 VCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R60)
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 VCT was last recorded at 100,328 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 5,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,515 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,813 miles
Average per year
6,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,328 miles
  • 2025 – 94,515 miles
  • 2024 – 87,188 miles
  • 2023 – 79,062 miles
  • 2022 – 71,249 miles
  • 2021 – 63,447 miles
  • 2020 – 58,458 miles
  • 2019 – 53,692 miles
  • 2018 – 47,138 miles
  • 2017 – 40,930 miles
  • 2016 – 34,865 miles
  • 2015 – 28,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,328 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,328 miles (+5,813)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,328 miles
    Test number
    865896769781
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass94,515 miles (+7,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    574528404131
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Pass87,188 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    87,188 miles
    Test number
    316700665804
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  4. Fail87,188 miles (+8,126)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,188 miles
    Test number
    901535865530
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  5. Pass79,062 miles (+7,813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    204577194650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass71,249 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,249 miles
    Test number
    464674750209
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail71,249 miles (+7,802)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,249 miles
    Test number
    328077462746
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass63,447 miles (+4,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    222944144121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass58,458 miles (+4,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,458 miles
    Test number
    202778711027
    • AdvisoryRear x 2 tyres slight misshape and cracking and perished (205/55x17) recommend too be changed

  10. Pass53,692 miles (+6,554)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,692 miles
    Test number
    939655567269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,138 miles (+6,208)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,138 miles
    Test number
    659494699311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,930 miles (+6,065)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,930 miles
    Test number
    880234574247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,865 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,865 miles
    Test number
    431991933532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,321 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,321 miles
    Test number
    136545095174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,493 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,493 miles
    Test number
    905842135122
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about J8 VCT

Does J8 VCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 VCT is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 VCT?
The MOT on J8 VCT is valid until 9 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 VCT done?
J8 VCT was recorded at 100,328 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 6,621 miles a year.
Has J8 VCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 VCT has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 VCT 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 VCT find?
J8 VCT passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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