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Rover Mini

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

K21 RLUMOT history

K21 RLU is a green petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Mar 1993. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 98,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2022.

K21 RLU green Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2023
Mileage
98,160 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2022
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 RLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 RLU was last recorded at 98,160 miles on 26 Oct 2022, 167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,993 miles · 29 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
167 miles
Average per year
134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,160 miles
  • 2021 – 97,993 miles
  • 2020 – 97,952 miles
  • 2019 – 97,938 miles
  • 2017 – 97,532 miles
  • 2014 – 97,507 miles
  • 2013 – 97,484 miles
  • 2012 – 97,423 miles
  • 2011 – 97,108 miles
  • 2010 – 96,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,160 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.

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underside of vehicle under sealed/deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 31 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,160 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,160 miles
    Test number
    580532412921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,993 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,993 miles
    Test number
    714106932816
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed/deteriorated

  3. Fail97,990 miles (+38)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,990 miles
    Test number
    806581012483
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed/deteriorated

  4. Pass97,952 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    97,952 miles
    Test number
    933701745513
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed/deteriorated

  5. Pass97,938 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    724565671403
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  6. Fail97,932 miles (+400)1 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,932 miles
    Test number
    197690478661
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  7. Pass97,532 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    97,532 miles
    Test number
    952878693687
    • AdvisoryUnderside side of vehicle heavily undersealed

  8. Fail97,524 miles (+17)14 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    862715103560
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Fail97,507 miles (+23)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,507 miles
    Test number
    998309834227
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass97,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,484 miles
    Test number
    566465413266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Fail97,484 miles (+61)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,484 miles
    Test number
    766052713238
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass97,423 miles (+315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    538246102207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass97,108 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    97,108 miles
    Test number
    465479391176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    96,525 miles
    Test number
    891262910295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,525 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,525 miles
    Test number
    491672110276
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about K21 RLU

Does K21 RLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K21 RLU expired on 25 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K21 RLU?
The MOT on K21 RLU expired on 25 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K21 RLU done?
K21 RLU was recorded at 98,160 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2022, an average of 134 miles a year.
Has K21 RLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 RLU has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on K21 RLU 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 K21 RLU find?
K21 RLU passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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