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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

L2 EJWMOT history

L2 EJW is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 7 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 7,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
7,910 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 EJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 EJW was last recorded at 7,910 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2016: 520 miles, lower than 99,541 miles on 22 Apr 2015.
  • 9 Apr 2018: 23,903 miles, lower than 101,924 miles on 1 Apr 2017.
  • 3 Apr 2019: 3,165 miles, lower than 23,903 miles on 9 Apr 2018.

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
7,592 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 7,910 miles
  • 2025 – 7,592 miles
  • 2024 – 7,239 miles
  • 2023 – 6,259 miles
  • 2022 – 5,809 miles
  • 2021 – 5,245 miles
  • 2020 – 4,890 miles
  • 2019 – 3,165 miles
  • 2018 – 23,903 miles
  • 2017 – 101,924 miles
  • 2016 – 100,520 miles
  • 2015 – 99,541 miles
  • 2014 – 99,283 miles
  • 2013 – 98,600 miles
  • 2012 – 97,459 miles
  • 2011 – 92,922 miles
  • 2010 – 90,616 miles
  • 2009 – 89,587 miles
  • 2008 – 87,093 miles
  • 2007 – 82,592 miles
  • 2005 – 80,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,910 miles
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front tyres over 10 years old

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,910 miles (+318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    7,910 miles
    Test number
    517367704260
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front tyres over 10 years old

  2. Pass7,592 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    7,592 miles
    Test number
    705851413198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass7,239 miles (+980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    7,239 miles
    Test number
    254480676574
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Pass6,259 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    6,259 miles
    Test number
    234540539344
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail6,247 miles (+438)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,247 miles
    Test number
    405221945066
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass5,809 miles (+564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    5,809 miles
    Test number
    395988857563
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass5,245 miles (+355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    5,245 miles
    Test number
    865003500726
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass4,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    4,890 miles
    Test number
    739838571878
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail4,890 miles (+1,725)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,890 miles
    Test number
    113326627432
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass3,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    3,165 miles
    Test number
    295501060350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Fail3,165 miles (-20,738)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,165 miles
    Test number
    641399404299
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Pass23,903 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    23,903 miles
    Test number
    999129247024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low

  13. Fail23,903 miles (-78,021)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,903 miles
    Test number
    339210268602
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low

  14. Pass101,924 miles (+1,404)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    276131133962
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass100,520 miles (+100,000)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,520 miles
    Test number
    820442935872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail520 miles (-99,021)3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    520 miles
    Test number
    120552984408
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass99,541 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,541 miles
    Test number
    848882015129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail99,541 miles (+258)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,541 miles
    Test number
    858162515122
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass99,283 miles (+1)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,283 miles
    Test number
    159727524040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail99,282 miles (+682)5 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,282 miles
    Test number
    355225114026
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass98,600 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    176594623409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail98,600 miles (+1,141)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    236466113059
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass97,459 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    777882812084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  24. Fail97,459 miles (+4,537)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    147209502051
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  25. Pass92,922 miles (+2,306)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,922 miles
    Test number
    726844311082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass90,616 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    90,616 miles
    Test number
    642741720061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  27. Fail90,616 miles (+1,029)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,616 miles
    Test number
    140761520037
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  28. Pass89,587 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    89,587 miles
    Test number
    400482719074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail89,585 miles (+2,492)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,585 miles
    Test number
    112529309002
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass87,093 miles (+4,501)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    87,093 miles
    Test number
    532182238042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass82,592 miles (+2,017)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,592 miles
    Test number
    501613807065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass80,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    80,575 miles
    Test number
    773027745329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about L2 EJW

Does L2 EJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 EJW is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 EJW?
The MOT on L2 EJW is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 EJW done?
L2 EJW was recorded at 7,910 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026.
Has L2 EJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 EJW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L2 EJW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 9 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L2 EJW find?
L2 EJW passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: n/s and o/s front tyres over 10 years old.

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