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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

K88 EPSMOT history

K88 EPS is a grey petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

K88 EPS grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,568 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 EPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 EPS was last recorded at 103,568 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 2,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,088 miles · 2 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,480 miles
Average per year
4,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,568 miles
  • 2021 – 101,088 miles
  • 2020 – 93,071 miles
  • 2017 – 83,745 miles
  • 2016 – 72,627 miles
  • 2014 – 70,184 miles
  • 2013 – 68,477 miles
  • 2012 – 64,419 miles
  • 2011 – 50,795 miles
  • 2010 – 39,230 miles
  • 2009 – 34,626 miles
  • 2008 – 29,810 miles
  • 2007 – 25,500 miles
  • 2006 – 20,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,568 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,568 miles (+2,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,568 miles
    Test number
    133731469230
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,088 miles (+8,017)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,088 miles
    Test number
    717893294952
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,071 miles (+9,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,071 miles
    Test number
    352647699629
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass83,745 miles (+11,118)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,745 miles
    Test number
    449762564481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,627 miles (+2,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,627 miles
    Test number
    109011107419
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  6. Pass70,184 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,184 miles
    Test number
    545490834378
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Fail70,182 miles (+1,705)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,182 miles
    Test number
    476888424328
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass68,477 miles (+4,058)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    308089933337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing ring starting to crack

  9. Pass64,419 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,419 miles
    Test number
    465969232420
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r brakes have very slight binding
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade starting to deteriate.

  10. Fail64,419 miles (+541)2 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,419 miles
    Test number
    985139832350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r brakes have very slight binding
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade starting to deteriate.

  11. Fail63,878 miles (+13,083)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,878 miles
    Test number
    268813112321
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass50,795 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    50,795 miles
    Test number
    359969531398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,424 miles (+8)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,424 miles
    Test number
    566982431048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail46,416 miles (+7,186)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,416 miles
    Test number
    106031831070
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass39,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,230 miles
    Test number
    700541220036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,230 miles (+4,604)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,230 miles
    Test number
    303110520047
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Pass34,626 miles (+4,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,626 miles
    Test number
    393789549083
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail29,810 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,810 miles
    Test number
    794231178097
    • Repaired at testNearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass29,810 miles (+4,310)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,810 miles
    Test number
    860871878010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,500 miles (+4,744)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,500 miles
    Test number
    994817467029
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack along tread
    • NoteFront tyres on 2-3mm

  21. Pass20,756 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,756 miles
    Test number
    401276766016
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  22. Fail20,756 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,756 miles
    Test number
    980146166003
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

Questions about K88 EPS

Does K88 EPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 EPS is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 EPS?
The MOT on K88 EPS is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 EPS done?
K88 EPS was recorded at 103,568 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 4,025 miles a year.
Has K88 EPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 EPS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on K88 EPS 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 K88 EPS find?
K88 EPS passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: central rear lower sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front oil leak, but not excessive.

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