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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L65 CPMMOT history

L65 CPM is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 22 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 57,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

L65 CPM blue Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,653 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L65 CPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
22 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L65 CPM was last recorded at 57,653 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,525 miles · 28 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,653 miles
  • 2025 – 56,353 miles
  • 2024 – 56,289 miles
  • 2019 – 55,950 miles
  • 2018 – 55,539 miles
  • 2017 – 55,118 miles
  • 2016 – 54,657 miles
  • 2014 – 53,941 miles
  • 2013 – 53,334 miles
  • 2012 – 52,685 miles
  • 2011 – 52,076 miles
  • 2010 – 51,432 miles
  • 2009 – 50,861 miles
  • 2008 – 50,115 miles
  • 2007 – 49,800 miles
  • 2006 – 49,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,653 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,653 miles (+128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,653 miles
    Test number
    995951431598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail57,525 miles (+1,172)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,525 miles
    Test number
    966977759830
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass56,353 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    56,353 miles
    Test number
    404505910769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,289 miles (+339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    56,289 miles
    Test number
    734343878049
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass55,950 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,950 miles
    Test number
    194414734245
    • AdvisoryFront pannel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear pannel corroded

  6. Fail55,950 miles (+411)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,950 miles
    Test number
    777103441743
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront pannel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear pannel corroded

  7. Pass55,539 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,539 miles
    Test number
    323323921716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Fail55,538 miles (+420)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,538 miles
    Test number
    408844616537
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid O/S &N/S (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on O/S & N/S (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' Sun Visor does not stay up (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear subframe to body mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass55,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,118 miles
    Test number
    893162430444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,118 miles (+461)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,118 miles
    Test number
    595814435035
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  11. Pass54,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    961521440668
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail54,657 miles (+716)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    954460070812
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded doorstep (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass53,941 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,941 miles
    Test number
    388507994407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,938 miles (+604)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,938 miles
    Test number
    437435094227
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass53,334 miles (+649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,334 miles
    Test number
    489854503499
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass52,685 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,685 miles
    Test number
    436606502464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,671 miles (+595)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,671 miles
    Test number
    367907392213
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass52,076 miles (+26)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,076 miles
    Test number
    819403291263
    • NoteSlight blow centre silencer handbrake cables rusty n/s/f outer c/v boot perishing metal getting thin n/s/f floor/sill section surface corrosion various steell brake pipes top engine tie bar bushes worn oil warning light inop
    • NoteSlight play in steering column bushes petrol cap seal perishing n/s/f bumper corner loose on fixing grease leakage o/s inner drive shaft joint corrosion lower edge of windsreen oil leaks corrosion exhaust CAT flange joint rusty

  19. Fail52,050 miles (+618)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,050 miles
    Test number
    996088771274
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s/f outer c/v boot perishing metal getting thin n/s/f floor to sill surface various steel brake pipes rear lower panel rusted holed top engine tie bar bushes worn
    • NoteSlight play in steering column bushes petrol cap seal perishing n/s/f bumper fixing insecure oil leaks corrosion exhaust CAT flange joint rusty slight blow centre silencer handbrake cables rusty slight binding o/s/f brake brake judder

  20. Pass51,432 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,432 miles
    Test number
    294931260495
    • NoteDamage o/s/f wing wheel spat slight play steering column bushes corrosion hole below o/s headlamp corrosion hole rear lower panel c/v boots perishing rear subframe rusty patched h/brake cables rusty under body corrosion slight brake judder

  21. Fail51,410 miles (+549)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,410 miles
    Test number
    193928250142
    • FailureFront Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  22. Pass50,861 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,861 miles
    Test number
    274781319404
    • NoteN/s/r tyre badly perished n/s/f o/s/f tyres perishing o/s/f tyre on limit corrosion rear subframe welded patch corrosion hole front panel and rear panel below bumper corrosion steel brake pipes grease leakage o/s inner drive shaft boot

  23. Fail50,861 miles (+746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,861 miles
    Test number
    574537609183
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass50,115 miles (+38)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,115 miles
    Test number
    241041508155
    • NoteSlight play in colume bushes patches welded o/s sill and rear subframe surface corrosion steel brake pipes suface corrosion rear sbframe under body surface corrosion corrosion under o/s headlamp greas leakage o/s inner drive shaft boot

  25. Fail50,077 miles (+277)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,077 miles
    Test number
    221198988082
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower 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)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  26. Pass49,800 miles (+574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,800 miles
    Test number
    820189787015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  27. Pass49,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,226 miles
    Test number
    313888586039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L65 CPM

Does L65 CPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L65 CPM is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L65 CPM?
The MOT on L65 CPM is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L65 CPM done?
L65 CPM was recorded at 57,653 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 420 miles a year.
Has L65 CPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L65 CPM has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L65 CPM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L65 CPM find?
L65 CPM passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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