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White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L16 SAFMOT history

L16 SAF is a white petrol MINI first used on 13 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 155,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

L16 SAF white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
155,530 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SAF was last recorded at 155,530 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 1,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,843 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,687 miles
Average per year
6,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,530 miles
  • 2025 – 153,843 miles
  • 2023 – 144,860 miles
  • 2022 – 130,722 miles
  • 2021 – 118,028 miles
  • 2020 – 114,353 miles
  • 2019 – 105,986 miles
  • 2018 – 96,010 miles
  • 2017 – 84,869 miles
  • 2016 – 78,291 miles
  • 2015 – 74,952 miles
  • 2014 – 69,323 miles
  • 2013 – 60,870 miles
  • 2012 – 54,941 miles
  • 2011 – 48,038 miles
  • 2010 – 42,945 miles
  • 2009 – 38,856 miles
  • 2008 – 35,475 miles
  • 2007 – 31,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,530 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,530 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    155,530 miles
    Test number
    734690494389
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail155,530 miles (+1,687)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,530 miles
    Test number
    387468934336
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass153,843 miles (+8,983)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    153,843 miles
    Test number
    799697260997
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Pass144,860 miles (+14,138)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    144,860 miles
    Test number
    567208627616
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass130,722 miles (+12,694)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,722 miles
    Test number
    504008323742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,028 miles (+3,675)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,028 miles
    Test number
    531157994840
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorInner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both inners (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,353 miles (+1,745)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,353 miles
    Test number
    193741598883
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases All joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail112,608 miles (+6,622)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    758305189581
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlight poor beam pattern
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass105,986 miles (+314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,986 miles
    Test number
    598818704525
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,672 miles (+9,662)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,672 miles
    Test number
    952932803502
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking from steering rack to reservior been rubbing front roll bar (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass96,010 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,010 miles
    Test number
    627920903499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,988 miles (+11,119)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    243724578462
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass84,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,869 miles
    Test number
    853174989310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,869 miles (+6,578)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,869 miles
    Test number
    321114943855
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass78,291 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,291 miles
    Test number
    361322715110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre and both rear tyres tread depths wearing low on inside edges

  16. Fail78,288 miles (+3,336)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,288 miles
    Test number
    183913882355
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre and both rear tyres tread depths wearing low on inside edges

  17. Pass74,952 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,952 miles
    Test number
    479634535138
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

  18. Fail74,952 miles (+5,629)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,952 miles
    Test number
    609084135165
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass69,323 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,323 miles
    Test number
    619657944146
    • NoteSlight brake bind to offside rear.

  20. Fail69,323 miles (+8,453)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,323 miles
    Test number
    786687144128
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight brake bind to offside rear.

  21. Pass60,870 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,870 miles
    Test number
    167441143160
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear brake sticking
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  22. Fail60,870 miles (+5,929)3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,870 miles
    Test number
    209671943474
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear brake sticking
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  23. Pass54,941 miles (+6,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,941 miles
    Test number
    465603832100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  24. Fail48,038 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,038 miles
    Test number
    227844231485
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass48,038 miles (+5,093)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,038 miles
    Test number
    229764231402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,945 miles (+4,089)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,945 miles
    Test number
    272665240189
    • NoteREAR BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION ( O/S )

  27. Pass38,856 miles (+3,381)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,856 miles
    Test number
    711537849153
    • NoteREAR BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION

  28. Pass35,475 miles (+3,903)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,475 miles
    Test number
    444191648182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,572 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,572 miles
    Test number
    281521047107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,681 miles
    Test number
    470653847088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 SAF

Does L16 SAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SAF is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SAF?
The MOT on L16 SAF is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SAF done?
L16 SAF was recorded at 155,530 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 6,428 miles a year.
Has L16 SAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SAF has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 SAF 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 L16 SAF find?
L16 SAF passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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