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

L62 JRXMOT history

L62 JRX is a white and black petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 25 MOT tests, with 20,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

L62 JRX white Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
20,092 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
13 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L62 JRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L62 JRX was last recorded at 20,092 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 148 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2013: 46,458 miles, lower than 98,906 miles on 23 Jul 2012.
  • 1 Aug 2014: 10,389 miles, lower than 102,596 miles on 21 Jul 2014.

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
19,944 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 20,092 miles
  • 2025 – 19,944 miles
  • 2021 – 19,790 miles
  • 2015 – 15,565 miles
  • 2014 – 10,389 miles
  • 2013 – 46,469 miles
  • 2012 – 98,906 miles
  • 2011 – 93,493 miles
  • 2010 – 87,729 miles
  • 2009 – 80,558 miles
  • 2008 – 74,620 miles
  • 2007 – 69,200 miles
  • 2006 – 64,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass20,092 miles
  • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass20,092 miles (+148)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    20,092 miles
    Test number
    921484695923
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass19,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    19,944 miles
    Test number
    992233972189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail19,944 miles (+7)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,944 miles
    Test number
    987427932346
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail19,937 miles (+147)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,937 miles
    Test number
    911213659735
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

  5. Pass19,790 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    19,790 miles
    Test number
    577294238168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail19,785 miles (+4,220)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,785 miles
    Test number
    726642875689
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

  7. Pass15,565 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    15,565 miles
    Test number
    288679515292
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  8. Fail15,560 miles (+5,171)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,560 miles
    Test number
    486239405294
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  9. Pass10,389 miles (-92,207)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    10,389 miles
    Test number
    348423814218
    • NotePlay in front suspension

  10. Fail102,596 miles (+56,127)13 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,596 miles
    Test number
    126932604290
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in front suspension

  11. Pass46,469 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,469 miles
    Test number
    275861813256
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  12. Fail46,458 miles (-52,448)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,458 miles
    Test number
    726610303288
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  13. Pass98,906 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,906 miles
    Test number
    359285902427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,786 miles (+5,293)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,786 miles
    Test number
    875790002259
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureLower Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass93,493 miles (+170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    93,493 miles
    Test number
    276829601254
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Fail93,323 miles (+5,594)17 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,323 miles
    Test number
    826210001200
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureFront Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Pass87,729 miles (+19)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    87,729 miles
    Test number
    491317590180
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight cracks on inner wall

  18. Fail87,710 miles (+7,152)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,710 miles
    Test number
    534885590131
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight cracks on inner wall

  19. Pass80,558 miles1 advisory10 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    541395009246
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing
    • NoteFront number plate damage
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteNearside front tyre secondary tread worn away and consider dangerous
    • NoteSigns of brake run out on rear
    • NoteSigns of corrosion throughout bodywork
    • NoteSigns of corrosion underside of vehicle
    • NoteSlight play offside front hub
    • NoteSpare tyre deflated

  20. Fail80,556 miles (+5,936)3 failures2 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,556 miles
    Test number
    402585409289
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing
    • NoteFront number plate damage
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteNearside front tyre secondary tread worn away and consider dangerous
    • NoteSigns of brake run out on rear
    • NoteSigns of corrosion throughout bodywork
    • NoteSigns of corrosion underside of vehicle
    • NoteSlight play offside front hub
    • NoteSpare tyre deflated

  21. Pass74,620 miles2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    74,620 miles
    Test number
    840657808226
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEarly 1275 mini engine fitted
    • NoteFront number plate loose but not likely to drop off
    • NoteFuel cap seal has slight cracking around rubber seal
    • NoteOffside rear service brake performance slightly lower than nearside
    • NoteRear subframe slightly corrorded and has been repaired
    • NoteSlight corrosion at rear of offside rear wheelarch
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside front floor

  22. Fail74,620 miles (+5,420)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,620 miles
    Test number
    514125108270
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront number plate loose but not likely to drop off
    • NoteFuel cap seal has slight cracking around rubber seal
    • NoteOffside rear service brake performance slightly lower than nearside
    • NoteSlight corrosion at rear of offside rear wheelarch
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside front floor

  23. Pass69,200 miles (+4,689)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    69,200 miles
    Test number
    202148397451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePlay in front suspension swivels

  24. Pass64,511 miles (+43)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    154052806238
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of run out on rear service brake
    • NoteSlight play in both front hubs

  25. Fail64,468 miles4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,468 miles
    Test number
    283604096495
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of run out on rear service brake
    • NoteSlight play in both front hubs

Questions about L62 JRX

Does L62 JRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L62 JRX is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L62 JRX?
The MOT on L62 JRX is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L62 JRX done?
L62 JRX was recorded at 20,092 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026.
Has L62 JRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L62 JRX has failed 12 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L62 JRX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L62 JRX find?
L62 JRX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside indicator tell-tale inoperative.

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