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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

K55 BSPMOT history

K55 BSP is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 70,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,926 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 BSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 BSP was last recorded at 70,926 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,877 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
1,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,926 miles
  • 2025 – 70,877 miles
  • 2024 – 70,814 miles
  • 2023 – 69,856 miles
  • 2022 – 69,318 miles
  • 2020 – 69,032 miles
  • 2019 – 67,792 miles
  • 2018 – 66,740 miles
  • 2017 – 66,642 miles
  • 2015 – 66,431 miles
  • 2014 – 59,477 miles
  • 2013 – 54,474 miles
  • 2012 – 54,393 miles
  • 2011 – 52,681 miles
  • 2010 – 52,678 miles
  • 2009 – 45,007 miles
  • 2008 – 40,876 miles
  • 2006 – 33,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,926 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all appear to have been stood

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Coolant leak heater pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,926 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,926 miles
    Test number
    264064756769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass70,877 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    922396763193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,814 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    70,814 miles
    Test number
    969816429743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,856 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    249467451488
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail69,855 miles (+537)13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,855 miles
    Test number
    699060088264
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass69,318 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,318 miles
    Test number
    332566266948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,032 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,032 miles
    Test number
    695621784897
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all appear to have been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak heater pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been stood and under sealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail69,032 miles (+1,240)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,032 miles
    Test number
    367336211402
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all appear to have been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak heater pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been stood and under sealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass67,792 miles (+1,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,792 miles
    Test number
    619002630001
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all appear to have been under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been been under sealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass66,740 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,740 miles
    Test number
    540776454059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,729 miles (+87)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,729 miles
    Test number
    610746970990
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass66,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    133995265267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,642 miles (+211)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    399391401627
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass66,431 miles (+6,954)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,431 miles
    Test number
    608726225255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,477 miles (+5,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    447312824122
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass54,474 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    488177423109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass54,393 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,393 miles
    Test number
    536659682059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail54,393 miles (+1,712)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,393 miles
    Test number
    697899482099
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass52,681 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,681 miles
    Test number
    205618901404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Fail52,678 miles (+7,671)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,678 miles
    Test number
    680836710229
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass45,007 miles (+4,131)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,007 miles
    Test number
    301588879157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail40,876 miles4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,876 miles
    Test number
    130915638077
    • Repaired at testFront Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass40,876 miles (+6,989)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,876 miles
    Test number
    312795338050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass33,887 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,887 miles
    Test number
    382031246232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,082 miles8 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,082 miles
    Test number
    152744116238
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber deteriorated

Questions about K55 BSP

Does K55 BSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 BSP is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 BSP?
The MOT on K55 BSP is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 BSP done?
K55 BSP was recorded at 70,926 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 1,874 miles a year.
Has K55 BSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 BSP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on K55 BSP 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 K55 BSP find?
K55 BSP passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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