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Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

K55 RDAMOT history

K55 RDA is a blue diesel MINI first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 76,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

K55 RDA blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,369 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 RDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 RDA was last recorded at 76,369 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 1,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,594 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,775 miles
Average per year
3,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,369 miles
  • 2025 – 74,594 miles
  • 2024 – 72,512 miles
  • 2023 – 69,282 miles
  • 2022 – 67,186 miles
  • 2021 – 64,110 miles
  • 2020 – 61,969 miles
  • 2019 – 56,645 miles
  • 2018 – 52,054 miles
  • 2017 – 47,635 miles
  • 2016 – 39,037 miles
  • 2015 – 34,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,369 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,369 miles
    Test number
    768919415576
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail76,369 miles (+1,775)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,369 miles
    Test number
    530762889145
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass74,594 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    74,594 miles
    Test number
    952351231173
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail74,594 miles (+2,082)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,594 miles
    Test number
    351773708043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Heatshield Insecure

  5. Pass72,512 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,512 miles
    Test number
    550531676626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,282 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,282 miles
    Test number
    813723693611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,186 miles (+3,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,186 miles
    Test number
    329687846803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    64,110 miles
    Test number
    847652144056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,110 miles (+2,141)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,110 miles
    Test number
    154303648857
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass61,969 miles (+5,324)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,969 miles
    Test number
    513480204584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,645 miles (+4,591)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,645 miles
    Test number
    816987673054
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass52,054 miles (+4,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,054 miles
    Test number
    357034036924
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and oute edge

  13. Pass47,635 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,635 miles
    Test number
    964153599186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail47,635 miles (+8,598)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,635 miles
    Test number
    685943739301
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass39,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,037 miles
    Test number
    260267176449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,037 miles (+4,170)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,037 miles
    Test number
    165266305370
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass34,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    34,867 miles
    Test number
    906482541018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K55 RDA

Does K55 RDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 RDA is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 RDA?
The MOT on K55 RDA is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 RDA done?
K55 RDA was recorded at 76,369 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 3,793 miles a year.
Has K55 RDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 RDA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K55 RDA 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 RDA find?
K55 RDA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both; rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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