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White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L47 GFAMOT history

L47 GFA is a white petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2024 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 4,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2023.

L47 GFA white Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2024
Mileage
4,208 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2023
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L47 GFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2024
Latest MOT test
20 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L47 GFA was last recorded at 4,208 miles on 20 May 2023, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2006: 61,003 miles, lower than 82,486 miles on 6 Sept 2005.
  • 3 Nov 2008: 10,102 miles, lower than 98,470 miles on 6 Nov 2007.
  • 18 Nov 2016: 2,292 miles, lower than 17,223 miles on 1 Dec 2009.

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
4,082 miles · 18 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 4,208 miles
  • 2021 – 4,082 miles
  • 2020 – 3,751 miles
  • 2018 – 3,287 miles
  • 2017 – 2,764 miles
  • 2016 – 2,292 miles
  • 2009 – 17,223 miles
  • 2008 – 10,104 miles
  • 2007 – 98,470 miles
  • 2006 – 95,416 miles
  • 2005 – 82,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,208 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,208 miles (+126)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    4,208 miles
    Test number
    878589330379
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass4,082 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    4,082 miles
    Test number
    186015655441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail4,076 miles (+325)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,076 miles
    Test number
    232611798847
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass3,751 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    3,751 miles
    Test number
    609233542385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass3,287 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    3,287 miles
    Test number
    805898349338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass2,764 miles (+472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    2,764 miles
    Test number
    127914717304
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel

  7. Pass2,292 miles (-14,931)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    2,292 miles
    Test number
    677657894267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass17,223 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,223 miles
    Test number
    962635439335
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes have been undersealed
    • NoteCover sills have been fitted in past
    • NoteNs sill corroded
    • NoteRear subframe coreroded
    • NoteService brake 60%
    • NoteUnder car starting to corrod

  9. Fail17,223 miles (+42)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,223 miles
    Test number
    320812339311
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pipes have been under sealed
    • NoteCover sill have been fitted in the past
    • NoteNs outer sill corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded
    • NoteUnder car starting to corroded

  10. Fail17,181 miles (+7,077)8 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,181 miles
    Test number
    644825159226
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake pipes under sealed
    • NoteCover sills been fitted in past
    • NoteNs outer sill corroded
    • NoteRear subframe starting to corrod
    • NoteUnder car corroded
    • NoteWater leak

  11. Pass10,104 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    10,104 miles
    Test number
    320399808354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWater leak

  12. Fail10,102 miles (-88,368)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,102 miles
    Test number
    470198908316
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWater leak

  13. Pass98,470 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    98,470 miles
    Test number
    842880517306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,424 miles (+3,008)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,424 miles
    Test number
    360824107355
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust system loose
    • NoteRear sub frame showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust manifold area

  15. Pass95,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    95,416 miles
    Test number
    333643606354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,416 miles (+34,413)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,416 miles
    Test number
    153000306358
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail61,003 miles (-21,483)12 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,003 miles
    Test number
    754218246209
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front inner wheel arches corrodded arouned top shocker mounts

  18. Pass82,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    82,486 miles
    Test number
    990062336035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L47 GFA

Does L47 GFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L47 GFA expired on 19 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L47 GFA?
The MOT on L47 GFA expired on 19 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L47 GFA done?
L47 GFA was recorded at 4,208 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2023.
Has L47 GFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L47 GFA has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L47 GFA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 5 Sept 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L47 GFA find?
L47 GFA passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2023 with 3 minor defects: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light.

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