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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,275 cc

L79 FDWMOT history

L79 FDW is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 12 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 19 MOT tests, with 57,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

L79 FDW red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
57,014 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
9 passed · 10 failed
Per year
533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 FDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 FDW was last recorded at 57,014 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,014 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,014 miles
  • 2025 – 57,010 miles
  • 2024 – 53,400 miles
  • 2023 – 52,998 miles
  • 2021 – 52,985 miles
  • 2019 – 51,874 miles
  • 2018 – 50,355 miles
  • 2017 – 48,993 miles
  • 2015 – 48,934 miles
  • 2014 – 47,890 miles
  • 2008 – 47,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,014 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEngine stabilizer bar has slightly worn bushRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam tell tale partially obscuredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside sun visor deteriorated, but not obstructing drivers viewRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear brake pipes, due to being covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush n/s and o/s inner bushes perishing (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,014 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    57,014 miles
    Test number
    521202948380
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine stabilizer bar has slightly worn bush
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam tell tale partially obscured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sun visor deteriorated, but not obstructing drivers view
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear brake pipes, due to being covered in underseal

  2. Fail57,014 miles (+4)4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,014 miles
    Test number
    326155223719
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine stabilizer bar has slightly worn bush
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam tell tale partially obscured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sun visor deteriorated, but not obstructing drivers view
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear brake pipes, due to being covered in underseal

  3. Fail57,010 miles (+3,610)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,010 miles
    Test number
    816173745255
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sun visor damaged, but not obstructing drivers view
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass53,400 miles (+66)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    53,400 miles
    Test number
    513162358983
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 n/s & o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail53,334 miles (+336)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,334 miles
    Test number
    994913628317
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 n/s & o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass52,998 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    52,998 miles
    Test number
    371416821214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,985 miles (+1,111)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,985 miles
    Test number
    829559996990
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture corroded (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive smoke emitted (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover missing both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected hand brake quadrant corroded (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wing above sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside front inner wing,nearside front inner wing,offside rear subframe,offside rear subframe anchorage,offside rear valance,nearside rear valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass51,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,874 miles
    Test number
    488844795418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,874 miles (+1,519)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,874 miles
    Test number
    557708211080
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass50,355 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,355 miles
    Test number
    154138039701
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail50,345 miles (+1,352)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,345 miles
    Test number
    170894297269
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor panel holed (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass48,993 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,993 miles
    Test number
    356304342750
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush n/s and o/s inner bushes perishing (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage n/s and o/s jacking points (6.1.A.1)

  13. Fail48,976 miles (+42)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,976 miles
    Test number
    102219196708
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering subfame mounts rear (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush n/s and o/s inner bushes perishing (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage n/s and o/s jacking points (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass48,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,934 miles
    Test number
    396524485116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,934 miles (+1,044)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,934 miles
    Test number
    185642985198
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass47,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,890 miles
    Test number
    346755784102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,890 miles (+481)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,890 miles
    Test number
    977082684159
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  18. Pass47,409 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,409 miles
    Test number
    891581258108
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but still able to be read

  19. Fail47,399 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,399 miles
    Test number
    843370258149
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but still able to be read

Questions about L79 FDW

Does L79 FDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L79 FDW is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L79 FDW?
The MOT on L79 FDW is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L79 FDW done?
L79 FDW was recorded at 57,014 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 533 miles a year.
Has L79 FDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 FDW has failed 10 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L79 FDW 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 L79 FDW find?
L79 FDW passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 15 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; engine stabilizer bar has slightly worn bush; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 12 more.

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