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Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

K18 KVUMOT history

K18 KVU is a grey diesel MINI Cooper first used on 10 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 75,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,472 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 KVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
10 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 KVU was last recorded at 75,472 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,472 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,472 miles
  • 2025 – 70,872 miles
  • 2024 – 65,794 miles
  • 2023 – 62,088 miles
  • 2022 – 57,435 miles
  • 2021 – 54,455 miles
  • 2020 – 51,947 miles
  • 2019 – 44,850 miles
  • 2018 – 38,112 miles
  • 2017 – 28,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,472 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,472 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,472 miles
    Test number
    858346709754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail75,472 miles (+4,600)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,472 miles
    Test number
    597854023117
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass70,872 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    70,872 miles
    Test number
    585419722241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,794 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    65,794 miles
    Test number
    311124759478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    62,088 miles
    Test number
    730605557006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,088 miles (+4,653)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,088 miles
    Test number
    401343436853
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass57,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,435 miles
    Test number
    909572173322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail57,435 miles (+2,980)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,435 miles
    Test number
    295996937115
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass54,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,455 miles
    Test number
    919512770685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,452 miles (+2,505)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,452 miles
    Test number
    768513711786
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass51,947 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,947 miles
    Test number
    628552116985
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail51,947 miles (+7,097)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,947 miles
    Test number
    683272342160
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass44,850 miles (+6,738)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    44,850 miles
    Test number
    977606740033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,112 miles (+9,741)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    38,112 miles
    Test number
    861137871547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,371 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    28,371 miles
    Test number
    801006085608
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  16. Fail28,345 miles2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,345 miles
    Test number
    807292503053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/40/18 86W RF (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

Questions about K18 KVU

Does K18 KVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 KVU is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 KVU?
The MOT on K18 KVU is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 KVU done?
K18 KVU was recorded at 75,472 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,211 miles a year.
Has K18 KVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 KVU has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 KVU 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 KVU find?
K18 KVU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount.

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