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MINI Cooper S

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

K40 KJLMOT history

K40 KJL is a grey petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 12 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

K40 KJL grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,671 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 KJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 KJL was last recorded at 78,671 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 6,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,275 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,396 miles
Average per year
4,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,671 miles
  • 2025 – 72,275 miles
  • 2024 – 65,555 miles
  • 2023 – 57,963 miles
  • 2022 – 52,580 miles
  • 2021 – 49,581 miles
  • 2020 – 47,975 miles
  • 2019 – 46,914 miles
  • 2018 – 44,532 miles
  • 2017 – 39,884 miles
  • 2016 – 34,084 miles
  • 2015 – 32,263 miles
  • 2013 – 26,247 miles
  • 2012 – 25,048 miles
  • 2011 – 23,077 miles
  • 2010 – 17,834 miles
  • 2009 – 11,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,671 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,671 miles (+6,396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,671 miles
    Test number
    368794308987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass72,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,275 miles
    Test number
    995648597712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,275 miles (+6,720)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,275 miles
    Test number
    415893669607
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass65,555 miles (+7,592)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    65,555 miles
    Test number
    726574059313
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass57,963 miles (+5,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    57,963 miles
    Test number
    315145880887
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass52,580 miles (+2,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    52,580 miles
    Test number
    566988258225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass49,581 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    49,581 miles
    Test number
    795562951850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,572 miles (+1,597)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,572 miles
    Test number
    194619552383
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases offside silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass47,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    47,975 miles
    Test number
    129249259627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted &corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From reservoir feed /return and high pressure hoses (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail47,975 miles (+1,061)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,975 miles
    Test number
    383209070255
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel Carried out adjustment (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working Replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted &corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From reservoir feed /return and high pressure hoses (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass46,914 miles (+2,382)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,914 miles
    Test number
    449299587850
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass44,532 miles (+4,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    44,532 miles
    Test number
    949745183435
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  13. Pass39,884 miles (+5,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,884 miles
    Test number
    389717327580
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass34,084 miles (+1,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,084 miles
    Test number
    112675287122
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass32,263 miles (+6,016)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    32,263 miles
    Test number
    119729435144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in wall but not exposing cord or threads
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust box secure strap badly corroded but still supporting box

  16. Pass26,247 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    26,247 miles
    Test number
    576532343172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail26,241 miles (+1,193)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,241 miles
    Test number
    826687933103
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

  18. Pass25,048 miles (+1,971)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,048 miles
    Test number
    365200352174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteYou have to lift the box over hand brake to use hand brake fully

  19. Pass23,077 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,077 miles
    Test number
    769945651198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,834 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    17,834 miles
    Test number
    942767530186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,198 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,198 miles
    Test number
    124213269105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail11,193 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,193 miles
    Test number
    241260469431
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K40 KJL

Does K40 KJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 KJL is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 KJL?
The MOT on K40 KJL is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 KJL done?
K40 KJL was recorded at 78,671 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,019 miles a year.
Has K40 KJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 KJL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 KJL 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 K40 KJL find?
K40 KJL passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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