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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

K88 MGOMOT history

K88 MGO is a silver petrol MINI first used on 6 Aug 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 108,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

K88 MGO silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2025
Mileage
108,499 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 MGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 MGO was last recorded at 108,499 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 4,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Dec 2016: 80 miles, lower than 82,103 miles on 31 Dec 2015.

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
103,743 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,756 miles
Average per year
4,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,499 miles
  • 2023 – 103,743 miles
  • 2022 – 100,329 miles
  • 2021 – 95,982 miles
  • 2020 – 92,467 miles
  • 2019 – 90,750 miles
  • 2018 – 88,035 miles
  • 2017 – 83,827 miles
  • 2016 – 80 miles
  • 2015 – 82,103 miles
  • 2014 – 77,980 miles
  • 2013 – 72,466 miles
  • 2012 – 64,660 miles
  • 2011 – 59,447 miles
  • 2009 – 51,500 miles
  • 2007 – 34,909 miles
  • 2006 – 31,249 miles
  • 2005 – 26,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major6 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Coil spring corroded all four springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,499 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,499 miles
    Test number
    165198978095
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail108,499 miles (+4,756)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,499 miles
    Test number
    850507089301
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb holder corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass103,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,743 miles
    Test number
    212131851109
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,743 miles (+3,414)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,743 miles
    Test number
    539117820433
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,329 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    487710195347
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,329 miles (+4,347)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    838187955545
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,982 miles
    Test number
    417082780205
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail95,982 miles (+3,515)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,982 miles
    Test number
    899706027897
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,467 miles
    Test number
    178432682939
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail92,467 miles (+1,717)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,467 miles
    Test number
    634081959085
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass90,750 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    90,750 miles
    Test number
    169238536287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail90,747 miles (+2,712)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,747 miles
    Test number
    241460210664
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass88,035 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,035 miles
    Test number
    796131613027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail88,035 miles (+4,208)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,035 miles
    Test number
    622305282945
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass83,827 miles (+83,747)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,827 miles
    Test number
    935554866856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80 miles (-82,023)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80 miles
    Test number
    347256216374
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers deteriorated

  17. Pass82,103 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,103 miles
    Test number
    270382591504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge & worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber's deteriorated (exhaust still supported)

  18. Fail82,103 miles (+4,123)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,103 miles
    Test number
    224688420792
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge & worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber's deteriorated (exhaust still supported)

  19. Pass77,980 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,980 miles
    Test number
    369512844314
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail77,873 miles (+5,407)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,873 miles
    Test number
    927446534385
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass72,466 miles (+7,806)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,466 miles
    Test number
    128444633342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass64,660 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,660 miles
    Test number
    426831242347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,447 miles
    Test number
    686811551375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    288424341341
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  25. Pass51,500 miles (+16,591)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    473161929006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,909 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,909 miles
    Test number
    690891227262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,249 miles
    Test number
    420103546298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,249 miles (+5,192)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,249 miles
    Test number
    941213346283
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass26,057 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    26,057 miles
    Test number
    570156435200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    26,045 miles
    Test number
    100514925252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 MGO

Does K88 MGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K88 MGO expired on 15 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K88 MGO?
The MOT on K88 MGO expired on 15 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K88 MGO done?
K88 MGO was recorded at 108,499 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 4,459 miles a year.
Has K88 MGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 MGO has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on K88 MGO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K88 MGO find?
K88 MGO passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb holder corroded; nearside front macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount worn, and 5 more.

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