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White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L31 KCSMOT history

L31 KCS is a white petrol MINI first used on 22 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

L31 KCS white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
116,658 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 KCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 KCS was last recorded at 116,658 miles on 6 May 2026, 3,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Sept 2015: 79,062 miles, lower than 79,862 miles on 18 Sept 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
112,673 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,985 miles
Average per year
4,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,658 miles
  • 2025 – 112,673 miles
  • 2023 – 111,089 miles
  • 2022 – 103,778 miles
  • 2021 – 98,341 miles
  • 2020 – 97,649 miles
  • 2019 – 96,449 miles
  • 2018 – 91,500 miles
  • 2017 – 87,332 miles
  • 2016 – 84,364 miles
  • 2015 – 79,062 miles
  • 2014 – 74,627 miles
  • 2013 – 70,936 miles
  • 2012 – 66,205 miles
  • 2011 – 61,219 miles
  • 2010 – 59,439 miles
  • 2009 – 57,859 miles
  • 2008 – 42,184 miles
  • 2007 – 33,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,658 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    825903219786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail116,658 miles (+3,985)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    862061719534
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass112,673 miles (+1,584)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    112,673 miles
    Test number
    718287009121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,089 miles (+7,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,089 miles
    Test number
    351113996615
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass103,778 miles (+5,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,778 miles
    Test number
    660962577178
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass98,341 miles (+692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,341 miles
    Test number
    412019554278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,649 miles (+1,200)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,649 miles
    Test number
    300543181078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,449 miles (+4,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,449 miles
    Test number
    229737399500
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass91,500 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,500 miles
    Test number
    192261262939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,332 miles (+2,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    87,332 miles
    Test number
    501049136647
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass84,364 miles (+458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    282000625502
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cracks in o/s/r tyre wall

  12. Pass83,906 miles (+4,844)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,906 miles
    Test number
    115658475587
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass79,062 miles (-800)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    805209169374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,862 miles (+5,235)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,862 miles
    Test number
    356705112824
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  15. Pass74,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    74,627 miles
    Test number
    466140594243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,626 miles (+3,690)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,626 miles
    Test number
    788060294279
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass70,936 miles (+4,731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,936 miles
    Test number
    555900693262
    • NoteRear exhaust poor condition engine oil leak both front tyres uneven wear coolant fan inop

  18. Pass66,205 miles (+4,986)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,205 miles
    Test number
    235803292288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly wearing on the inner outer tread
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  19. Pass61,219 miles (+1,780)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,219 miles
    Test number
    597117881272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass59,439 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    59,439 miles
    Test number
    684574470261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,859 miles (+5,316)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,859 miles
    Test number
    893663499252
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are corroded on surfaces
    • NoteExhaust backbox is corroded and flaking away.

  22. Pass52,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,543 miles
    Test number
    133946599470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,543 miles (+10,359)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,543 miles
    Test number
    954546399031
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass42,184 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,184 miles
    Test number
    903232718182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,496 miles
    Test number
    501075917115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 KCS

Does L31 KCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 KCS is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 KCS?
The MOT on L31 KCS is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 KCS done?
L31 KCS was recorded at 116,658 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 4,370 miles a year.
Has L31 KCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 KCS has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 KCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L31 KCS find?
L31 KCS passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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