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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

K18 DSXMOT history

K18 DSX is a grey petrol MINI first used on 7 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 143,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

K18 DSX grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
143,666 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 DSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 DSX was last recorded at 143,666 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 3,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,517 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,149 miles
Average per year
6,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,666 miles
  • 2024 – 140,517 miles
  • 2023 – 129,144 miles
  • 2022 – 123,698 miles
  • 2021 – 119,460 miles
  • 2020 – 116,257 miles
  • 2019 – 116,226 miles
  • 2018 – 114,303 miles
  • 2017 – 112,438 miles
  • 2016 – 108,763 miles
  • 2015 – 102,743 miles
  • 2014 – 97,622 miles
  • 2013 – 91,765 miles
  • 2012 – 74,122 miles
  • 2011 – 55,731 miles
  • 2010 – 46,123 miles
  • 2009 – 37,077 miles
  • 2008 – 25,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,666 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Rear of nearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,666 miles (+3,149)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    143,666 miles
    Test number
    505527583923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,517 miles (+11,373)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,517 miles
    Test number
    796077854012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,144 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,144 miles
    Test number
    643120795092
    • AdvisoryRear of nearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

  4. Fail129,142 miles (+5,444)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,142 miles
    Test number
    178691647221
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear of nearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

  5. Pass123,698 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,698 miles
    Test number
    197810134952
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

  6. Fail123,698 miles (+4,238)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,698 miles
    Test number
    804271244068
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

  7. Pass119,460 miles (+3,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,460 miles
    Test number
    918254922248
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,257 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,257 miles
    Test number
    915397891994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,226 miles (+1,923)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,226 miles
    Test number
    777032156851
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,303 miles (+1,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,303 miles
    Test number
    635997545410
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass112,438 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,438 miles
    Test number
    555727769670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail112,430 miles (+3,667)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,430 miles
    Test number
    228901290201
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass108,763 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,763 miles
    Test number
    920807008211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail108,761 miles (+6,018)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,761 miles
    Test number
    861928074577
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear stoplamp missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light is on

  15. Pass102,743 miles (+5,121)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,743 miles
    Test number
    878679745168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broken

  16. Fail97,622 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,622 miles
    Test number
    475435854166
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass97,622 miles (+5,857)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,622 miles
    Test number
    649625954163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,765 miles (+17,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,765 miles
    Test number
    735131873149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass74,122 miles (+191)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    645290372172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteRear silencer very heavily corroded

  20. Fail73,931 miles (+18,200)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,931 miles
    Test number
    326215362158
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear silencer very heavily corroded

  21. Pass55,731 miles (+9,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,731 miles
    Test number
    746165051113
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass46,123 miles (+9,046)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,123 miles
    Test number
    451727340122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,077 miles (+12,030)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,077 miles
    Test number
    964711369116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,047 miles (+1,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,047 miles
    Test number
    482299868161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass23,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,963 miles
    Test number
    823146148078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 DSX

Does K18 DSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 DSX is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 DSX?
The MOT on K18 DSX is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 DSX done?
K18 DSX was recorded at 143,666 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 6,624 miles a year.
Has K18 DSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 DSX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on K18 DSX 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 K18 DSX find?
K18 DSX passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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