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Blue and White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,275 cc

L460 XWPMOT history

L460 XWP is a blue and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 2 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

L460 XWP blue Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,768 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L460 XWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
2 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L460 XWP was last recorded at 97,768 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Mar 2015: 27,037 miles, lower than 91,108 miles on 8 Oct 2012.

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
97,768 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,768 miles
  • 2024 – 97,459 miles
  • 2023 – 97,309 miles
  • 2022 – 97,146 miles
  • 2021 – 96,624 miles
  • 2019 – 95,571 miles
  • 2018 – 93,425 miles
  • 2017 – 90,999 miles
  • 2016 – 88,968 miles
  • 2015 – 27,037 miles
  • 2012 – 91,108 miles
  • 2011 – 89,354 miles
  • 2010 – 87,868 miles
  • 2009 – 86,426 miles
  • 2008 – 78,632 miles
  • 2007 – 77,419 miles
  • 2006 – 77,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,768 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,768 miles
    Test number
    595058731566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,768 miles (+309)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,768 miles
    Test number
    456685283018
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass97,459 miles (+150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    186971717403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass97,309 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,309 miles
    Test number
    433123716493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,146 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,146 miles
    Test number
    268764970753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,624 miles
    Test number
    907851251022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,624 miles (+1,053)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,624 miles
    Test number
    565783924849
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  8. Pass95,571 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,571 miles
    Test number
    578591992142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,425 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,425 miles
    Test number
    684140172090
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded length of car (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Fail93,419 miles (+2,420)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,419 miles
    Test number
    593605551227
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch behind shocker (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded length of car (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass90,999 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,999 miles
    Test number
    126921309126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,968 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,968 miles
    Test number
    792892157941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  13. Fail88,966 miles (+61,929)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,966 miles
    Test number
    964356074514
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Pass27,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,037 miles
    Test number
    878902195083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,037 miles (-64,071)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,037 miles
    Test number
    608040095020
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  16. Pass91,108 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,108 miles
    Test number
    396122782431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,354 miles (+1,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,354 miles
    Test number
    935193961239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass87,868 miles (+1,442)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    87,868 miles
    Test number
    681675260272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,426 miles (+7,794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    86,426 miles
    Test number
    750763659246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  20. Pass78,632 miles (+1,213)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    78,632 miles
    Test number
    433735658231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,419 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,419 miles
    Test number
    514693127059
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  22. Fail77,406 miles (+259)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,406 miles
    Test number
    323792027001
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  23. Fail77,147 miles (+17)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,147 miles
    Test number
    602977366123
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
  24. Fail77,130 miles16 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,130 miles
    Test number
    880640806145
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about L460 XWP

Does L460 XWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L460 XWP is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L460 XWP?
The MOT on L460 XWP is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L460 XWP done?
L460 XWP was recorded at 97,768 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 1,036 miles a year.
Has L460 XWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L460 XWP has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L460 XWP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L460 XWP find?
L460 XWP passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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