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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,275 cc

K23 AGWMOT history

K23 AGW is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 25 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 60,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

K23 AGW red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
60,807 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 AGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
25 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 AGW was last recorded at 60,807 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2013: 43,637 miles, lower than 43,832 miles on 26 Mar 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,789 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,807 miles
  • 2024 – 57,657 miles
  • 2022 – 57,023 miles
  • 2021 – 56,609 miles
  • 2017 – 56,248 miles
  • 2016 – 54,080 miles
  • 2015 – 48,254 miles
  • 2014 – 44,873 miles
  • 2013 – 43,637 miles
  • 2012 – 39,281 miles
  • 2011 – 31,753 miles
  • 2010 – 30,864 miles
  • 2009 – 28,856 miles
  • 2008 – 17,626 miles
  • 2007 – 16,706 miles
  • 2006 – 16,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,807 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,807 miles (+18)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    60,807 miles
    Test number
    101088633545
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Fail60,789 miles (+3,132)10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,789 miles
    Test number
    345871087878
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both / wiper arms worn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ front clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass57,657 miles (+634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    57,657 miles
    Test number
    680830827923
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,023 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    57,023 miles
    Test number
    467826911536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,019 miles (+410)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,019 miles
    Test number
    580372843642
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass56,609 miles (+361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,609 miles
    Test number
    146976457193
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,248 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,248 miles
    Test number
    285962346915
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail56,247 miles (+2,167)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,247 miles
    Test number
    720523955501
    • FailureNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass54,080 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,080 miles
    Test number
    162530089794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail54,076 miles (+5,822)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,076 miles
    Test number
    916910353043
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dipped beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dipped beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass48,254 miles (+3,381)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,254 miles
    Test number
    536644295020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOsf tyre cut

  12. Pass44,873 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,873 miles
    Test number
    185592404183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,637 miles (-195)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,637 miles
    Test number
    478767683042
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoverd with underseal

  14. Fail43,832 miles (+196)1 dangerous13 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,832 miles
    Test number
    169875383091
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll tyre valve stems deteriorated
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre de-void of tread on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail43,636 miles (+4,355)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,636 miles
    Test number
    738430683057
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureInner Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass39,281 miles (+7,528)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,281 miles
    Test number
    985114192031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,753 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,753 miles
    Test number
    966307871074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,681 miles (+817)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,681 miles
    Test number
    848675371094
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

  19. Pass30,864 miles (+2,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,864 miles
    Test number
    731262370047
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  20. Pass28,856 miles (+11,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    754729789046
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass17,626 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    17,626 miles
    Test number
    363909648077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,706 miles
    Test number
    102255127016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,706 miles (+178)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,706 miles
    Test number
    270124127086
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass16,528 miles (+3)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    16,528 miles
    Test number
    300891346017
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFuel cap rubber perishing
    • NoteGrease around top and bottom swivels on front both sides
    • NoteHandbrake cable corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail16,525 miles7 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,525 miles
    Test number
    854562236009
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBulkhead is very rusty
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFloors and both subframes are very rusty
    • NoteGrease around both front hubs

Questions about K23 AGW

Does K23 AGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 AGW is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K23 AGW?
The MOT on K23 AGW is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 AGW done?
K23 AGW was recorded at 60,807 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 2,233 miles a year.
Has K23 AGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 AGW has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K23 AGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K23 AGW find?
K23 AGW passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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