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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

K29 GRFMOT history

K29 GRF is a red petrol MINI first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 112,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

K29 GRF red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,776 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 GRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 GRF was last recorded at 112,776 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 5,317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,459 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,317 miles
Average per year
4,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,776 miles
  • 2025 – 107,459 miles
  • 2024 – 100,518 miles
  • 2023 – 100,059 miles
  • 2022 – 99,965 miles
  • 2021 – 99,179 miles
  • 2019 – 98,266 miles
  • 2017 – 94,626 miles
  • 2016 – 89,839 miles
  • 2015 – 86,757 miles
  • 2014 – 82,230 miles
  • 2013 – 76,423 miles
  • 2012 – 71,914 miles
  • 2010 – 65,755 miles
  • 2009 – 57,375 miles
  • 2008 – 44,383 miles
  • 2007 – 32,866 miles
  • 2006 – 24,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,776 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear(corroded)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear(corroded)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,776 miles (+5,317)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,776 miles
    Test number
    276806529117
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,459 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    914389599449
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail107,423 miles (+6,905)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,423 miles
    Test number
    880776620778
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass100,518 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    197040018309
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail100,518 miles (+459)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    857208519881
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass100,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,059 miles
    Test number
    423194324657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail100,059 miles (+94)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,059 miles
    Test number
    780328554844
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,965 miles
    Test number
    545593940200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,965 miles (+786)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,965 miles
    Test number
    534281784930
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi forwards (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi inwards (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi forwards (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass99,179 miles (+913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,179 miles
    Test number
    462952553584
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass98,266 miles (+15)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,266 miles
    Test number
    175217144635
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear(corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear(corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail98,251 miles (+3,625)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,251 miles
    Test number
    734574668017
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear(corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear(corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass94,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,626 miles
    Test number
    805626767087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,626 miles (+4,787)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,626 miles
    Test number
    506998053522
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported exhaust clamp broken at rear silencer joint (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass89,839 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    742937601054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    758577402698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,854 miles (+2,097)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    554331502404
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45RF17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45RF17 (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass86,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,757 miles
    Test number
    207879615450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,757 miles (+4,527)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,757 miles
    Test number
    878195815163
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass82,230 miles (+24)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,230 miles
    Test number
    595121604104
    • NoteBoth Front Wishbone Rear Mounts Showing Slight Play In Rubber Bushes
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Showing Signs Of "Stepping" In Tread Pattern

  21. Fail82,206 miles (+5,783)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,206 miles
    Test number
    348428294082
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth Front Wishbone Rear Mounts Showing Slight Play In Rubber Bushes
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Showing Signs Of "Stepping" In Tread Pattern

  22. Pass76,423 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,423 miles
    Test number
    666527173005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail76,403 miles (+4,489)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    938995773024
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass71,914 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,914 miles
    Test number
    276346972006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,908 miles (+6,153)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,908 miles
    Test number
    306214172008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Fail65,755 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,755 miles
    Test number
    461617040315
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass65,755 miles (+8,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,755 miles
    Test number
    693447740343
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass57,375 miles (+12,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,375 miles
    Test number
    382507229202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  29. Pass44,383 miles (+11,517)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,383 miles
    Test number
    622431748201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,866 miles (+3,065)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    801514947263
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass29,801 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    29,801 miles
    Test number
    104914107034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass24,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,777 miles
    Test number
    400589706072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K29 GRF

Does K29 GRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 GRF is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 GRF?
The MOT on K29 GRF is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 GRF done?
K29 GRF was recorded at 112,776 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 4,278 miles a year.
Has K29 GRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 GRF has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on K29 GRF 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 K29 GRF find?
K29 GRF passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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