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Orange and Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L96 ATAMOT history

L96 ATA is an orange and black petrol Rover Mini first used on 25 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 8,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2022.

L96 ATA orange Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2023
Mileage
8,438 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2022
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L96 ATA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Orange and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
25 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L96 ATA was last recorded at 8,438 miles on 5 Jan 2022, 304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Aug 2012: 1,387 miles, lower than 99,324 miles on 18 Aug 2011.

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
8,134 miles · 1 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 8,438 miles
  • 2020 – 8,134 miles
  • 2019 – 7,856 miles
  • 2018 – 7,558 miles
  • 2017 – 6,961 miles
  • 2016 – 5,957 miles
  • 2015 – 4,466 miles
  • 2014 – 3,463 miles
  • 2012 – 1,397 miles
  • 2011 – 99,324 miles
  • 2010 – 98,310 miles
  • 2009 – 93,663 miles
  • 2007 – 89,527 miles
  • 2006 – 83,729 miles
  • 2005 – 83,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,438 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2012

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2010

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,438 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    8,438 miles
    Test number
    607924367484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass8,134 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    8,134 miles
    Test number
    144661354668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Fail8,132 miles (+276)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,132 miles
    Test number
    258345089015
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass7,856 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    7,856 miles
    Test number
    857708048151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail7,848 miles (+290)1 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,848 miles
    Test number
    459573990607
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  6. Pass7,558 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    7,558 miles
    Test number
    915118879287
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has slight corrosion throughout.
  7. Fail7,558 miles (+597)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,558 miles
    Test number
    359749610457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has slight corrosion throughout.
  8. Pass6,961 miles (+1,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    6,961 miles
    Test number
    744605225920
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  9. Pass5,957 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    5,957 miles
    Test number
    163758704078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail5,954 miles (+1,488)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,954 miles
    Test number
    133290527934
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
  11. Pass4,466 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    4,466 miles
    Test number
    229379845485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail4,460 miles (+997)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,460 miles
    Test number
    217928435443
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass3,463 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    3,463 miles
    Test number
    379857474002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail3,462 miles (+2,065)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,462 miles
    Test number
    308520474032
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  15. Pass1,397 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    1,397 miles
    Test number
    825169742237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail1,387 miles (-97,937)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,387 miles
    Test number
    156771042236
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  17. Pass99,324 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    99,324 miles
    Test number
    698760331254
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  18. Fail99,320 miles (+1,010)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,320 miles
    Test number
    328413921287
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass98,310 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    98,310 miles
    Test number
    654185140132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,302 miles (+4,639)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,302 miles
    Test number
    672832200187
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass93,663 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    93,663 miles
    Test number
    252507709454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,633 miles (+4,106)18 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,633 miles
    Test number
    462788799062
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
  23. Pass89,527 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    89,527 miles
    Test number
    822456667165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,507 miles (+5,778)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,507 miles
    Test number
    712453667159
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass83,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    83,729 miles
    Test number
    382127816002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,729 miles (+190)4 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,729 miles
    Test number
    144254716062
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight fluctuation on front brakes.
    • NoteSlight smearing to screen.
    • NoteWelding repairs is not the best, but satisfactory.also covered in shultz inside.
  27. Fail83,539 miles13 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,539 miles
    Test number
    853074935307
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Inner 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leaking
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight fluctuation on front brakes.
    • NoteSlight smearing to screen.

Questions about L96 ATA

Does L96 ATA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L96 ATA expired on 4 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L96 ATA?
The MOT on L96 ATA expired on 4 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L96 ATA done?
L96 ATA was recorded at 8,438 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2022.
Has L96 ATA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L96 ATA has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L96 ATA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L96 ATA find?
L96 ATA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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