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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

K23 PTCMOT history

K23 PTC is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 42,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

K23 PTC blue Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
42,689 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 PTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 PTC was last recorded at 42,689 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,673 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,689 miles
  • 2025 – 42,235 miles
  • 2024 – 40,228 miles
  • 2023 – 40,098 miles
  • 2022 – 39,723 miles
  • 2021 – 39,484 miles
  • 2020 – 39,265 miles
  • 2019 – 38,956 miles
  • 2018 – 38,641 miles
  • 2017 – 38,233 miles
  • 2016 – 37,786 miles
  • 2015 – 37,180 miles
  • 2014 – 36,600 miles
  • 2013 – 35,896 miles
  • 2012 – 34,566 miles
  • 2011 – 33,912 miles
  • 2010 – 32,491 miles
  • 2009 – 30,947 miles
  • 2008 – 29,430 miles
  • 2007 – 28,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,689 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

35 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,689 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    42,689 miles
    Test number
    169607252765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail42,673 miles (+438)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,673 miles
    Test number
    196368987720
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt small split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass42,235 miles (+2,007)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    42,235 miles
    Test number
    465527828236
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Dust cover not damaged but retaining clip not fully secure, still preventing the ingress of dirt. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,228 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    40,228 miles
    Test number
    327452328176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,098 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    40,098 miles
    Test number
    837526877463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,723 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    39,723 miles
    Test number
    356999233894
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in wheel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  7. Fail39,723 miles (+239)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,723 miles
    Test number
    821207243816
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in wheel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  8. Pass39,484 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    233407014507
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion on subframe.

  9. Fail39,483 miles (+218)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,483 miles
    Test number
    384777442811
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play locking nut loose. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion on subframe.

  10. Pass39,265 miles (+37)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    39,265 miles
    Test number
    289846342424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight movement in subframe bushes.
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet weak.
    • AdvisoryRear slight movement in subframe bushes.
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat bases have movement in runners.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on both subframes.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on floor pan.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on suspension components.

  11. Fail39,228 miles (+272)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,228 miles
    Test number
    749987113344
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront corrosion to metal brake lines.
    • AdvisoryFront slight movement in subframe bushes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet poor.
    • AdvisoryRear slight movement in subframe bushes.
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat bases have movement in seat runners.
    • AdvisoryEmissions not tested due to major exhaust blow.

  12. Pass38,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,956 miles
    Test number
    620686963396
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sub frame corroded

  13. Fail38,956 miles (+315)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,956 miles
    Test number
    554443430215
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 145/70/12 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sub frame corroded

  14. Pass38,641 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    38,641 miles
    Test number
    495787516406
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Fail38,641 miles (+408)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,641 miles
    Test number
    805816577566
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Pass38,233 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    38,233 miles
    Test number
    725105172682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  17. Fail38,233 miles (+447)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,233 miles
    Test number
    890423550321
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sill corroded

  18. Pass37,786 miles (+606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,786 miles
    Test number
    266936111629
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass37,180 miles (+580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    37,180 miles
    Test number
    415004255091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,600 miles
    Test number
    928791154000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail36,600 miles (+704)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,600 miles
    Test number
    286559144051
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass35,896 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,896 miles
    Test number
    186752053467
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail35,896 miles (+1,330)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,896 miles
    Test number
    518356043016
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass34,566 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,566 miles
    Test number
    389039952086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,565 miles (+653)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,565 miles
    Test number
    906962052012
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  26. Pass33,912 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,912 miles
    Test number
    257327941022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,868 miles (+1,377)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,868 miles
    Test number
    528045741095
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass32,491 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,491 miles
    Test number
    322717450043
    • NoteSlight play steering column top bush

  29. Fail32,491 miles (+1,544)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,491 miles
    Test number
    472945450017
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play steering column top bush

  30. Pass30,947 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,947 miles
    Test number
    324827349028
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Fail30,924 miles (+1,494)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,924 miles
    Test number
    591344249092
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Pass29,430 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,430 miles
    Test number
    961776528007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail29,423 miles (+1,122)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,423 miles
    Test number
    420764828076
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust system hitting body

  34. Pass28,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    28,301 miles
    Test number
    383787657086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail28,301 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,301 miles
    Test number
    440833457082
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Questions about K23 PTC

Does K23 PTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 PTC is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 PTC?
The MOT on K23 PTC is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 PTC done?
K23 PTC was recorded at 42,689 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 751 miles a year.
Has K23 PTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 PTC has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K23 PTC 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 K23 PTC find?
K23 PTC passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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