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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

K36 PCVMOT history

K36 PCV is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 12 Feb 1993. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 61,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

K36 PCV blue Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
61,238 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K36 PCV
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
12 Feb 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K36 PCV was last recorded at 61,238 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,238 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,238 miles
  • 2024 – 60,027 miles
  • 2023 – 58,671 miles
  • 2022 – 57,797 miles
  • 2021 – 56,953 miles
  • 2019 – 56,434 miles
  • 2018 – 55,778 miles
  • 2017 – 55,283 miles
  • 2016 – 54,657 miles
  • 2015 – 54,203 miles
  • 2014 – 53,832 miles
  • 2013 – 53,076 miles
  • 2012 – 52,457 miles
  • 2011 – 51,573 miles
  • 2010 – 50,873 miles
  • 2009 – 49,852 miles
  • 2008 – 49,143 miles
  • 2007 – 48,078 miles
  • 2006 – 46,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,238 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive lots of leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,238 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    61,238 miles
    Test number
    876526802015
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive lots of leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail61,238 miles (+1,211)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,238 miles
    Test number
    742394592951
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system corroded (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive lots of leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,027 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    60,027 miles
    Test number
    849810901169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all fronts perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  4. Fail60,026 miles (+1,355)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,026 miles
    Test number
    319790459296
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all fronts perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  5. Pass58,671 miles (+874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    180369589658
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak poss. water pump
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass57,797 miles (+844)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    57,797 miles
    Test number
    707830453221
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to exhaust back box

  7. Pass56,953 miles (+519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    56,953 miles
    Test number
    775317211082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll ball joint covers perished

  8. Pass56,434 miles (+656)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,434 miles
    Test number
    637910666965
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer c v boot damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass55,778 miles (+495)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,778 miles
    Test number
    566858956006
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber starting to split
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f track rod end
    • AdvisorySmall cuts in n/s/r tyre outer wall

  10. Pass55,283 miles (+626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,283 miles
    Test number
    789851787655
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion in places but are either not yet considered excessive or in any prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  11. Pass54,657 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    411749931203
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip in screen

  12. Fail54,657 miles (+454)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    511936654387
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip in screen

  13. Pass54,203 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,203 miles
    Test number
    406087575132
    • NoteBoth O/S and N/S lower ball joint boots perished
    • NoteCorroded through to hole N/S front outer sill, not within a prescribed area
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail54,203 miles (+371)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,203 miles
    Test number
    895066475187
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth O/S and N/S lower ball joint boots perished
    • NoteCorroded through to hole N/S front outer sill, not within a prescribed area
    • NoteN/S rear brake grabbing
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass53,832 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,832 miles
    Test number
    436296934048
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail53,832 miles (+756)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,832 miles
    Test number
    997106334033
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass53,076 miles (+619)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,076 miles
    Test number
    369088133083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass52,457 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,457 miles
    Test number
    336254842070
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine and transmission oil leaks.
    • NoteFront subframe mounting bushes worn.
    • NoteNearside upper suspension ball joint and offside lower suspension ball joint dust covers not fully secure.

  19. Fail52,456 miles (+883)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,456 miles
    Test number
    189284642419
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine and transmission oil leaks.
    • NoteFront subframe mounting bushes worn.
    • NoteNearside upper suspension ball joint and offside lower suspension ball joint dust covers not fully secure.

  20. Pass51,573 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    116187361402
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail51,572 miles (+699)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,572 miles
    Test number
    307747761091
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass50,873 miles (+1,021)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,873 miles
    Test number
    450012580007
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers have a light misting of oil.
    • NoteCo Content readings very low.
    • NoteOffside drive shaft seal leaking.
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass49,852 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,852 miles
    Test number
    213432979073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,851 miles (+708)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,851 miles
    Test number
    874591779003
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteO/s drive shaft oil seal leaking very badly

  25. Pass49,143 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,143 miles
    Test number
    873451878067
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Fail49,143 miles (+1,065)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,143 miles
    Test number
    281071278091
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  27. Pass48,078 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,078 miles
    Test number
    164549977420
    • NoteAs previously listed on test number 882058077074 dated 19-03-2007
    • NoteNearside front upper ball joint
    • NoteOuter sills / floor to sills borderline pass / fail

  28. Fail48,078 miles (+1,805)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,078 miles
    Test number
    882058077074
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery tray rusted
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteBoth outer sills / floor to sills
    • NotePlay in front steering/suspension
    • NoteRear subframe dented
    • NoteRear subframe rusty [borderline pass/fail]

  29. Pass46,273 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,273 miles
    Test number
    224356486033
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  30. Fail46,231 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,231 miles
    Test number
    793295666043
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Questions about K36 PCV

Does K36 PCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K36 PCV is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K36 PCV?
The MOT on K36 PCV is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K36 PCV done?
K36 PCV was recorded at 61,238 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 759 miles a year.
Has K36 PCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K36 PCV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K36 PCV 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 K36 PCV find?
K36 PCV passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in all bushes; oil leak, but not excessive lots of leaks from engine.

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