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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

K8 SXJMOT history

K8 SXJ is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

K8 SXJ yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
102,573 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 SXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 SXJ was last recorded at 102,573 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,569 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,573 miles
  • 2024 – 102,076 miles
  • 2023 – 101,108 miles
  • 2022 – 93,439 miles
  • 2021 – 87,116 miles
  • 2020 – 83,753 miles
  • 2019 – 82,761 miles
  • 2018 – 78,909 miles
  • 2017 – 73,459 miles
  • 2016 – 65,385 miles
  • 2015 – 57,510 miles
  • 2014 – 57,255 miles
  • 2013 – 53,318 miles
  • 2012 – 51,855 miles
  • 2011 – 50,482 miles
  • 2010 – 48,547 miles
  • 2009 – 46,313 miles
  • 2008 – 42,645 miles
  • 2007 – 32,846 miles
  • 2006 – 24,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,573 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,573 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    265465266385
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail102,569 miles (+493)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,569 miles
    Test number
    151850589022
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,076 miles (+968)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    102,076 miles
    Test number
    816210857156
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass101,108 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    101,108 miles
    Test number
    897696219908
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail101,108 miles (+8)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,108 miles
    Test number
    193738895034
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail101,100 miles (+7,661)8 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,100 miles
    Test number
    927295943677
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass93,439 miles (+6,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,439 miles
    Test number
    237109254184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass87,116 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,116 miles
    Test number
    206064329332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,753 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,753 miles
    Test number
    408061312526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail83,753 miles (+992)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,753 miles
    Test number
    945006348849
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass82,761 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,761 miles
    Test number
    360072187376
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides going into rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting in poor condition
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides rear radius arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank straps
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on under body panels
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  12. Fail82,761 miles (+1)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,761 miles
    Test number
    182339259033
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides going into rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting in poor condition
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides rear radius arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank straps
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on under body panels
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Fail82,760 miles (+3,851)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,760 miles
    Test number
    779357363914
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire under fuel tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both dip wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both going into rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting in poor condition
    • AdvisorySuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides rear radius arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake discs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank straps
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on under body panels
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass78,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    495707753654
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in grease

  15. Fail78,909 miles (+5,450)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    239546748257
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass73,459 miles (+8,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    330343080114
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass65,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    426750652803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,385 miles (+7,875)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    440186010839
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass57,510 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,510 miles
    Test number
    654784820198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,255 miles (+1,103)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,255 miles
    Test number
    398416884463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,152 miles (+2,834)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,152 miles
    Test number
    387815384128
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres some perishing !!!!
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease makeing hard to inspect
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteSome underbody corrosion

  22. Pass53,318 miles (+1,463)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,318 miles
    Test number
    506932683156
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease making hard to inspect
    • NoteExhaust corroded ??
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perished and very close to wear limit ???
    • NotePetrol cap slight spliting ???
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allow full inspection ??

  23. Pass51,855 miles (+1,373)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,855 miles
    Test number
    279087772188
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slight binding ???
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allow full inspection ????

  24. Pass50,482 miles (+1,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,482 miles
    Test number
    675356171180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass48,547 miles (+2,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,547 miles
    Test number
    914477280156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass46,313 miles (+3,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,313 miles
    Test number
    472637789111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass42,645 miles (+9,799)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,645 miles
    Test number
    863906498290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,846 miles (+8,126)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,846 miles
    Test number
    713688497221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,720 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,720 miles
    Test number
    143439996211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,718 miles
    Test number
    214581966202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 SXJ

Does K8 SXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 SXJ is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K8 SXJ?
The MOT on K8 SXJ is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 SXJ done?
K8 SXJ was recorded at 102,573 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 4,060 miles a year.
Has K8 SXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 SXJ has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 SXJ 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 K8 SXJ find?
K8 SXJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion, and 2 more.

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