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Rover Mini

Green and White · Petrol · 1992 · 1,275 cc

J9 XAFMOT history

J9 XAF is a green and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 15 May 1992. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 21 MOT tests, with 84,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

J9 XAF green Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
84,137 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
21
11 passed · 10 failed
Per year
937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 XAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
15 May 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 XAF was last recorded at 84,137 miles on 18 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,135 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,137 miles
  • 2025 – 83,393 miles
  • 2024 – 82,803 miles
  • 2023 – 82,803 miles
  • 2022 – 82,197 miles
  • 2021 – 80,935 miles
  • 2020 – 79,904 miles
  • 2019 – 78,324 miles
  • 2018 – 75,682 miles
  • 2008 – 71,129 miles
  • 2007 – 70,271 miles
  • 2005 – 64,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,137 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point, inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive valence (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting, back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,137 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,137 miles
    Test number
    591802496967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point, inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive valence (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting, back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail84,135 miles (+742)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,135 miles
    Test number
    322227163066
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point, inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive valence (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting, back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass83,393 miles (+590)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,393 miles
    Test number
    650566287018
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive foot well (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass82,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,803 miles
    Test number
    216107592542
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail82,803 miles (+606)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,803 miles
    Test number
    417961754439
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose from subframe to front panel (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  6. Pass82,197 miles (+1,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,197 miles
    Test number
    326556471689
    • AdvisoryInner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch rusty
  7. Pass80,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,935 miles
    Test number
    923149303189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail80,935 miles (+1,031)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,935 miles
    Test number
    928977630757
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass79,904 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,904 miles
    Test number
    159207335470
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o s r and n s f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN s r tyre slight damage in tread
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in protection oil at time of test
  10. Fail79,901 miles (+1,577)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,901 miles
    Test number
    767753523436
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged centre on underside of vehicle pipe badly kinked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN s f tyre slight wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryN s r tyre slight damaged in tread
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in protection oil at time of test
  11. Pass78,324 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,324 miles
    Test number
    166740767466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,319 miles (+2,637)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,319 miles
    Test number
    891746479485
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass75,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,682 miles
    Test number
    399878770161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,682 miles (+4,553)2 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,682 miles
    Test number
    186505854996
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Bump Stop (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  15. Pass71,129 miles (+29)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    71,129 miles
    Test number
    722444138335
    • NoteRear sub frame corroded
  16. Fail71,100 miles (+829)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,100 miles
    Test number
    970058768277
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
  17. Pass70,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,271 miles
    Test number
    873068087188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,271 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,271 miles
    Test number
    770108677102
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
  19. Fail70,271 miles (+5,407)14 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,271 miles
    Test number
    292284437148
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
  20. Pass64,864 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    64,864 miles
    Test number
    323097895251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,863 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,863 miles
    Test number
    864504095287
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Questions about J9 XAF

Does J9 XAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 XAF is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 XAF?
The MOT on J9 XAF is valid until 17 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 XAF done?
J9 XAF was recorded at 84,137 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 937 miles a year.
Has J9 XAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 XAF has failed 10 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 XAF 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 XAF find?
J9 XAF passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point, inner sill, and 4 more.

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