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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 998 cc

K70 DTEMOT history

K70 DTE is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2021 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 94,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2022.

K70 DTE blue Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2021
Mileage
94,588 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2022
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K70 DTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
7 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K70 DTE was last recorded at 94,588 miles on 7 May 2022, 809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jun 2012: 58,894 miles, lower than 82,424 miles on 23 Jul 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,779 miles · 21 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
809 miles
Average per year
2,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,588 miles
  • 2020 – 93,779 miles
  • 2014 – 91,384 miles
  • 2013 – 90,970 miles
  • 2012 – 58,896 miles
  • 2011 – 82,424 miles
  • 2010 – 74,215 miles
  • 2009 – 70,883 miles
  • 2008 – 69,215 miles
  • 2007 – 63,396 miles
  • 2006 – 57,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,588 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested idle lumpy black smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,588 miles (+809)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,588 miles
    Test number
    501542777747
    • MajorEmissions not tested idle lumpy black smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,779 miles (+2,395)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,779 miles
    Test number
    968481765163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,384 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,384 miles
    Test number
    356757744464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,970 miles (+440)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,970 miles
    Test number
    795069143233
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureFront Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront spots on when side lights on both front subeframe suspension units dust covers insecure
    • NoteN/s rear lense cracked

  5. Pass90,530 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,530 miles
    Test number
    267923463437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,520 miles (+31,624)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,520 miles
    Test number
    816002363106
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

  7. Pass58,896 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,896 miles
    Test number
    119116962147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,894 miles (-23,530)2 dangerous19 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,894 miles
    Test number
    255275262480
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront seats cannot be secured down to floor

  9. Pass82,424 miles (+8,209)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    82,424 miles
    Test number
    337564701460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,215 miles (+3,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    940393200259
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass70,883 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,883 miles
    Test number
    440731669192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,215 miles (+5,819)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,215 miles
    Test number
    614680878149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,396 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,396 miles
    Test number
    454359577144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    57,716 miles
    Test number
    393679806461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K70 DTE

Does K70 DTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K70 DTE expired on 20 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K70 DTE?
The MOT on K70 DTE expired on 20 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K70 DTE done?
K70 DTE was recorded at 94,588 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2022, an average of 2,337 miles a year.
Has K70 DTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K70 DTE has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2022.
Has the mileage on K70 DTE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K70 DTE find?
K70 DTE failed its latest MOT on 7 May 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: emissions not tested idle lumpy black smoke; nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 5 more.

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