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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

J9 SLSMOT history

J9 SLS is a grey petrol MINI first used on 12 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 39,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
39,637 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 SLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 SLS was last recorded at 39,637 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,929 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
708 miles
Average per year
1,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,637 miles
  • 2025 – 38,929 miles
  • 2024 – 38,462 miles
  • 2023 – 37,564 miles
  • 2022 – 36,637 miles
  • 2021 – 36,163 miles
  • 2020 – 35,550 miles
  • 2019 – 34,253 miles
  • 2018 – 31,654 miles
  • 2017 – 27,558 miles
  • 2015 – 26,931 miles
  • 2014 – 26,211 miles
  • 2013 – 24,790 miles
  • 2012 – 23,290 miles
  • 2011 – 20,331 miles
  • 2010 – 18,294 miles
  • 2009 – 13,669 miles
  • 2008 – 11,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,637 miles
  • AdvisoryOSR service brake bind but not excessively
  • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,637 miles (+708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    39,637 miles
    Test number
    317139406091
    • AdvisoryOSR service brake bind but not excessively
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
  2. Pass38,929 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    38,929 miles
    Test number
    162262669431
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail38,927 miles (+465)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,927 miles
    Test number
    714065307357
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass38,462 miles (+280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    38,462 miles
    Test number
    422500310070
    • AdvisorySlight play nsf wheel bearing
  5. Pass38,182 miles (+618)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    38,182 miles
    Test number
    590703585439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass37,564 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    534520596328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,637 miles (+474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    36,637 miles
    Test number
    756886773595
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass36,163 miles (+613)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    36,163 miles
    Test number
    420141903583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,550 miles (+1,297)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,550 miles
    Test number
    622788867721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,253 miles (+2,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    34,253 miles
    Test number
    176173328347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass31,654 miles (+4,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    31,654 miles
    Test number
    303693462312
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Bumper insecure
  12. Pass27,558 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    27,558 miles
    Test number
    656847927545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,931 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,931 miles
    Test number
    842661573813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,211 miles (+1,421)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    26,211 miles
    Test number
    316036094462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,790 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    24,790 miles
    Test number
    406301513353
    • NoteTyre pressure warning system fault.
  16. Fail24,790 miles (+1,500)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,790 miles
    Test number
    696381613384
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteTyre pressure warning system fault.
  17. Pass23,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    23,290 miles
    Test number
    379649632382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,289 miles (+2,958)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,289 miles
    Test number
    108569932399
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOil level low.
  19. Pass20,331 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    20,331 miles
    Test number
    316840751498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,294 miles (+4,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    18,294 miles
    Test number
    264947970235
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  21. Pass13,669 miles (+2,546)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,669 miles
    Test number
    624732799065
    • NoteRear tyres cracking inside tread but cord not exposed
  22. Pass11,123 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,123 miles
    Test number
    744482628173
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads are perished.
  23. Fail11,123 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,123 miles
    Test number
    941632128136
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads are perished.

Questions about J9 SLS

Does J9 SLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 SLS is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 SLS?
The MOT on J9 SLS is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 SLS done?
J9 SLS was recorded at 39,637 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 1,544 miles a year.
Has J9 SLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 SLS has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 SLS 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 SLS find?
J9 SLS passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: osr service brake bind but not excessively; oil leak but not excessive.

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