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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L35 EBOMOT history

L35 EBO is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 6 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 50,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2023.

L35 EBO red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2024
Mileage
50,908 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2023
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L35 EBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
6 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L35 EBO was last recorded at 50,908 miles on 6 Jul 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Dec 2012: 65,900 miles, lower than 98,746 miles on 8 Dec 2011.
  • 5 Jun 2020: 49,511 miles, lower than 77,318 miles on 21 May 2019.

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
50,907 miles · 5 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 50,908 miles
  • 2022 – 50,651 miles
  • 2021 – 50,244 miles
  • 2020 – 49,511 miles
  • 2019 – 77,318 miles
  • 2017 – 77,188 miles
  • 2016 – 77,133 miles
  • 2015 – 76,900 miles
  • 2014 – 74,388 miles
  • 2013 – 70,469 miles
  • 2012 – 65,905 miles
  • 2011 – 98,746 miles
  • 2010 – 92,852 miles
  • 2009 – 91,444 miles
  • 2008 – 88,109 miles
  • 2007 – 88,101 miles
  • 2006 – 85,898 miles
  • 2005 – 81,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,908 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,908 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    50,908 miles
    Test number
    251076048069
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail50,907 miles (+256)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    948867652340
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking pipe/ filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass50,651 miles (+407)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    50,651 miles
    Test number
    404106902787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    50,244 miles
    Test number
    544752629053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail50,244 miles (+733)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,244 miles
    Test number
    278463574802
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass49,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    49,511 miles
    Test number
    138529193681
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Fail49,511 miles (-27,807)8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,511 miles
    Test number
    541197115147
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail77,318 miles (+130)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,318 miles
    Test number
    328482971723
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure cross member excessively corroded (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure cross member excessively corroded (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass77,188 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,188 miles
    Test number
    924632882073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,133 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    614510562417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,108 miles (+208)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,108 miles
    Test number
    655942809325
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking piont (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
  12. Pass76,900 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,900 miles
    Test number
    973814948256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    74,388 miles
    Test number
    437135644485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,388 miles (+3,919)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,388 miles
    Test number
    659245444328
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass70,469 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    776458733367
    • NoteRear subframe bent/ weak at offside
    • NoteSpray foam between rear subframe and rear body valance/ floor
  16. Fail70,469 miles (+4,564)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    235907733313
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureFront Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear subframe bent/ weak at offside
    • NoteSpray foam between rear subframe and rear body valance/ floor
  17. Pass65,905 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,905 miles
    Test number
    478192942372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,900 miles (-32,846)16 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,900 miles
    Test number
    727320942394
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake clevis joint inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake clevis joint inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass98,746 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    98,746 miles
    Test number
    108042041374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBodywork starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in side wall
    • NoteUnderbody starting to corrode
  20. Fail98,746 miles (+4)2 dangerous4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,746 miles
    Test number
    189971041338
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBodywork corroded
    • NoteExhaust system starting to deteriorate
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall not deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteRear brakes noisey when rotated
    • NoteUnderbody corroded
  21. Fail98,742 miles (+5,890)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,742 miles
    Test number
    947060321286
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBodywork cracking
    • NoteFlexi hose ferrules corroded
    • NoteHole in floor by heatshield mounting
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f flexi hose slightly twisted
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall splitting
    • NoteRadiator fan loose
    • NoteUnderbody corroded
  22. Pass92,852 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    92,852 miles
    Test number
    853278310292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail92,850 miles (+1,406)1 dangerous21 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,850 miles
    Test number
    222619300256
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  24. Pass91,444 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    91,444 miles
    Test number
    360536799130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  25. Fail91,427 miles (+3,318)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,427 miles
    Test number
    454300899181
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass88,109 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    88,109 miles
    Test number
    362574898141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Fail88,101 miles (+2,203)10 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,101 miles
    Test number
    452270547321
    • FailureCentre Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNs engine mounting worn
    • NoteNsr tyre inner wall is cut
  28. Pass85,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    85,898 miles
    Test number
    493501546382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,898 miles (+4,060)13 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,898 miles
    Test number
    430404226432
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  30. Pass81,838 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    81,838 miles
    Test number
    392331025316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  31. Fail81,808 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,808 miles
    Test number
    493789405359
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Questions about L35 EBO

Does L35 EBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L35 EBO expired on 5 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L35 EBO?
The MOT on L35 EBO expired on 5 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L35 EBO done?
L35 EBO was recorded at 50,908 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2023.
Has L35 EBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L35 EBO has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on L35 EBO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L35 EBO find?
L35 EBO passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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