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Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,275 cc

L94 DKPMOT history

L94 DKP is a black petrol Rover Mini first used on 14 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025 and it has passed 13 of 25 MOT tests, with 44,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2024.

L94 DKP black Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Dec 2025
Mileage
44,591 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
13 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L94 DKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L94 DKP was last recorded at 44,591 miles on 27 Dec 2024, 39,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jun 2012: 952 miles, lower than 99,401 miles on 27 May 2011.
  • 23 May 2022: 5,091 miles, lower than 49,424 miles on 21 Sept 2017.

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
5,092 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
39,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 44,591 miles
  • 2022 – 5,092 miles
  • 2017 – 49,424 miles
  • 2016 – 4,530 miles
  • 2014 – 3,367 miles
  • 2013 – 2,010 miles
  • 2012 – 954 miles
  • 2011 – 99,401 miles
  • 2010 – 98,549 miles
  • 2009 – 97,573 miles
  • 2008 – 94,881 miles
  • 2007 – 93,095 miles
  • 2006 – 92,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,591 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    44,591 miles
    Test number
    381698147168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail44,591 miles (+39,499)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,591 miles
    Test number
    658325618266
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  3. Pass5,092 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    5,092 miles
    Test number
    956886567868
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY UNDERSEALED
  4. Fail5,091 miles (-44,333)18 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,091 miles
    Test number
    238341970540
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront A pillar bottoms corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral strength of shell compromised
  5. Pass49,424 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,424 miles
    Test number
    366335719351
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail49,418 miles (+44,487)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,418 miles
    Test number
    649343780747
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet (6.4.1)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailurePassenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail4,931 miles (+401)9 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,931 miles
    Test number
    894403440468
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near shocker (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint rack end (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings in wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near shocker (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint rack end (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded
  8. Pass4,530 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    4,530 miles
    Test number
    429593682770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in vehicle generally
  9. Fail4,525 miles (+1,158)17 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,525 miles
    Test number
    727543934675
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened hand brake cable (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement offside front mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear mounting area)(floor pan (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside front mounting area offside front mounting area and offside rear mounting area (2.4.A.3)
  10. Pass3,367 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    3,367 miles
    Test number
    407547124132
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderbody in poor condition
  11. Fail3,365 miles (+1,355)10 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,365 miles
    Test number
    226756624493
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderbody in poor condition
  12. Pass2,010 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    2,010 miles
    Test number
    326114753101
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteUnder body in poor condition due to corrosion
  13. Fail2,008 miles (+1,054)12 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,008 miles
    Test number
    437409743157
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureStop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteUnder body in poor condition due to corrosion
  14. Pass954 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    954 miles
    Test number
    799607672177
    • NoteSlight corrossion to u/ body
  15. Fail952 miles (-98,449)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    952 miles
    Test number
    839663272156
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrossion to u/ body
  16. Pass99,401 miles (+852)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    99,401 miles
    Test number
    975877141126
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFull inspection could not be carried out due to vehicle being heavily undersealed
  17. Pass98,549 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    98,549 miles
    Test number
    930027160194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,573 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    97,573 miles
    Test number
    593913979133
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  19. Fail97,568 miles (+2,687)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    254868369113
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  20. Pass94,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    94,881 miles
    Test number
    902413548130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,881 miles (+1,786)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,881 miles
    Test number
    232529638169
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside front corroded at top
  22. Pass93,095 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    93,095 miles
    Test number
    222862037156
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  23. Fail93,086 miles (+642)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,086 miles
    Test number
    340998117176
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  24. Pass92,444 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    92,444 miles
    Test number
    931452246042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,421 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,421 miles
    Test number
    992628926074
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Questions about L94 DKP

Does L94 DKP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L94 DKP expired on 26 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L94 DKP?
The MOT on L94 DKP expired on 26 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L94 DKP done?
L94 DKP was recorded at 44,591 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2024.
Has L94 DKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L94 DKP has failed 12 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L94 DKP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L94 DKP find?
L94 DKP passed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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