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Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

J9 EKNMOT history

J9 EKN is a grey petrol MINI first used on 19 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 67,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

J9 EKN grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
67,281 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 EKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 EKN was last recorded at 67,281 miles on 11 May 2026, 3,955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,326 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,955 miles
Average per year
4,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,281 miles
  • 2025 – 63,326 miles
  • 2024 – 60,330 miles
  • 2023 – 54,913 miles
  • 2022 – 54,851 miles
  • 2021 – 52,180 miles
  • 2020 – 46,814 miles
  • 2019 – 42,758 miles
  • 2018 – 38,338 miles
  • 2017 – 33,652 miles
  • 2015 – 17,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    791998071027
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail67,281 miles (+3,955)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    615193217762
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,326 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    63,326 miles
    Test number
    526288797864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,330 miles (+5,417)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    60,330 miles
    Test number
    421264193361
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass54,913 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,913 miles
    Test number
    206168416994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass54,851 miles (+2,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    54,851 miles
    Test number
    974666324850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear White smoke under acceleration when hot

  7. Pass52,180 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    52,180 miles
    Test number
    246168462913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,814 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,814 miles
    Test number
    179414652490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,758 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,758 miles
    Test number
    716054356579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail42,757 miles (+4,419)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,757 miles
    Test number
    248850821581
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass38,338 miles (+4,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    38,338 miles
    Test number
    663825680495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass33,652 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,652 miles
    Test number
    987624666213
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail33,652 miles (+16,103)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,652 miles
    Test number
    854086757233
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail17,549 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,549 miles
    Test number
    469542065007
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteDriving with soft tyres is dangerous

  15. Pass17,549 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,549 miles
    Test number
    908132365016
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteDriving with soft tyres is dangerous

Questions about J9 EKN

Does J9 EKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 EKN is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 EKN?
The MOT on J9 EKN is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 EKN done?
J9 EKN was recorded at 67,281 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 4,444 miles a year.
Has J9 EKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 EKN has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 EKN 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 J9 EKN find?
J9 EKN passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front oil leak, but not excessive.

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