
MINI
White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc
K40 KTEMOT history
K40 KTE is a white petrol MINI first used on 29 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,660 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 26 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 113,660 mi
- At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 16 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 6,340 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- K40 KTE
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,397 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 29 Apr 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
K40 KTE was last recorded at 113,660 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 113,658 miles · 16 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 6,340 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 113,660 miles
- 2025 – 107,959 miles
- 2024 – 101,234 miles
- 2023 – 92,357 miles
- 2022 – 86,024 miles
- 2021 – 75,587 miles
- 2020 – 66,059 miles
- 2019 – 59,901 miles
- 2018 – 53,760 miles
- 2017 – 40,922 miles
- 2016 – 36,993 miles
- 2015 – 34,252 miles
- 2014 – 31,026 miles
- 2013 – 27,950 miles
- 2012 – 24,218 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront headlamp lens poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering rack or steering rack endRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock casings showing corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025
Brake disc worn, but not excessively all 4
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Fuel cap seal splitting
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Various components corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
23 tests since 8 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass113,660 miles (+2)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 113,660 miles
- Test number
- 802433106225
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront headlamp lens poor
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering rack or steering rack end
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock casings showing corrosion
Fail113,658 miles (+5,699)1 dangerous7 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,658 miles
- Test number
- 921437254124
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing cant be checked on this side (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront headlamp lens poor
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering rack or steering rack end
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock casings showing corrosion
Pass107,959 miles2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 107,959 miles
- Test number
- 140067361668
- MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal condition.
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail107,954 miles (+6,720)2 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,954 miles
- Test number
- 489227828219
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine oil level not registering on dipstick (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre split at previous repair. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal condition.
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass101,234 miles (+374)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 101,234 miles
- Test number
- 152348061820
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 3mm and bald inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting
- AdvisoryVarious components corroded
Fail100,860 miles (+8,503)1 dangerous4 major2 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,860 miles
- Test number
- 368917813556
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 3mm and worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting
- AdvisoryVarious components corroded
Pass92,357 miles (+6,333)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 92,357 miles
- Test number
- 235769769758
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass86,024 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 86,024 miles
- Test number
- 174034993141
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,024 miles (+10,437)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,024 miles
- Test number
- 900508451936
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass75,587 miles (+9,528)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 75,587 miles
- Test number
- 285606388574
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,059 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 66,059 miles
- Test number
- 999744466097
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,059 miles (+6,158)1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,059 miles
- Test number
- 989722341386
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass59,901 miles (+6,141)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 59,901 miles
- Test number
- 163888767680
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake sticking
- AdvisoryAll brake discs poor condition
- AdvisorySlight blow from front exhaust flexy
Pass53,760 miles (+6)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 53,760 miles
- Test number
- 847831017843
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail53,754 miles (+4,168)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,754 miles
- Test number
- 290790985744
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
Pass49,586 miles (+8,664)
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2019
- Odometer
- 49,586 miles
- Test number
- 578617294953
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,922 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2018
- Odometer
- 40,922 miles
- Test number
- 385591341412
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear o/s brake sensor worn and incorrectly fitted
Fail40,922 miles (+3,929)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,922 miles
- Test number
- 701989238959
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear o/s brake sensor worn and incorrectly fitted
Pass36,993 miles (+2,741)
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2017
- Odometer
- 36,993 miles
- Test number
- 949759916692
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,252 miles (+3,226)
- MOT expiry
- 12 May 2016
- Odometer
- 34,252 miles
- Test number
- 545253235170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,026 miles (+3,076)
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2015
- Odometer
- 31,026 miles
- Test number
- 267322024176
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,950 miles (+3,732)
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2014
- Odometer
- 27,950 miles
- Test number
- 416612213185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,218 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2013
- Odometer
- 24,218 miles
- Test number
- 217599222117
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about K40 KTE
- Does K40 KTE currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 KTE is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on K40 KTE?
- The MOT on K40 KTE is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has K40 KTE done?
- K40 KTE was recorded at 113,660 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 6,340 miles a year.
- Has K40 KTE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. K40 KTE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on K40 KTE 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 KTE find?
- K40 KTE passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front headlamp lens poor, and 4 more.
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