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Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L79 GFAMOT history

L79 GFA is a black petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 4 of 10 MOT tests, with 54,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

L79 GFA black Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
54,912 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
4 passed · 6 failed
Per year
81 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 GFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L79 GFA was last recorded at 54,912 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,439 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
473 miles
Average per year
81 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,912 miles
  • 2025 – 54,439 miles
  • 2024 – 54,329 miles
  • 2021 – 54,285 miles
  • 2012 – 53,825 miles
  • 2011 – 53,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail54,912 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened of rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underneath deteriorated/surface rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 27 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail54,912 miles (+473)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,912 miles
    Test number
    533825428518
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened of rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive of floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass54,439 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    54,439 miles
    Test number
    695628706465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass54,329 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    54,329 miles
    Test number
    126873095746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath deteriorated/surface rusty

  4. Fail54,314 miles (+29)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,314 miles
    Test number
    779384390107
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath deteriorated/surface rusty

  5. Fail54,285 miles (+460)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,285 miles
    Test number
    833903442547
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s/f and o/s/f (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre cracking

  6. Pass53,825 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,825 miles
    Test number
    145902942116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,807 miles (+136)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,807 miles
    Test number
    847000332188
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

  8. Fail53,671 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    619202931126
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  9. Pass53,671 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    628992031105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,663 miles1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,663 miles
    Test number
    578507711193
    • DangerousNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about L79 GFA

Does L79 GFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L79 GFA expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L79 GFA?
The MOT on L79 GFA expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L79 GFA done?
L79 GFA was recorded at 54,912 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 81 miles a year.
Has L79 GFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 GFA has failed 6 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L79 GFA 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 GFA find?
L79 GFA failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened of rear, and 4 more.

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