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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

M28 EKOMOT history

M28 EKO is a blue petrol MINI first used on 27 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 119,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

M28 EKO blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
119,673 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M28 EKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M28 EKO was last recorded at 119,673 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 3,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,323 miles · 16 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,350 miles
Average per year
4,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,673 miles
  • 2024 – 116,323 miles
  • 2023 – 114,853 miles
  • 2022 – 112,438 miles
  • 2021 – 109,785 miles
  • 2020 – 107,947 miles
  • 2019 – 105,725 miles
  • 2018 – 101,659 miles
  • 2017 – 97,722 miles
  • 2016 – 95,675 miles
  • 2015 – 94,671 miles
  • 2014 – 87,721 miles
  • 2013 – 77,924 miles
  • 2012 – 69,844 miles
  • 2011 – 64,497 miles
  • 2010 – 58,903 miles
  • 2009 – 52,209 miles
  • 2008 – 51,919 miles
  • 2007 – 45,721 miles
  • 2006 – 35,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,673 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,673 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    155314780154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,323 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,323 miles
    Test number
    461539534028
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,306 miles (+1,453)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,306 miles
    Test number
    335969073935
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,853 miles (+2,415)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,853 miles
    Test number
    537076331281
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap sealing ring perished

  5. Pass112,438 miles (+2,653)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,438 miles
    Test number
    667285464538
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,785 miles (+1,838)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,785 miles
    Test number
    383998633376
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,947 miles (+2,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,947 miles
    Test number
    351723058727
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,725 miles (+4,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,725 miles
    Test number
    957393998341
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,659 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,659 miles
    Test number
    376073425746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,722 miles (+2,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,722 miles
    Test number
    700503142293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust silencer corroded

  11. Pass95,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,675 miles
    Test number
    501407025624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Fail95,675 miles (+1,004)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,675 miles
    Test number
    280724878446
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass94,671 miles (+6,950)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,671 miles
    Test number
    755067465199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,721 miles (+9,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,721 miles
    Test number
    605064154186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass77,924 miles (+8,080)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,924 miles
    Test number
    468243043105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass69,844 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,844 miles
    Test number
    236522652483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,497 miles (+5,594)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    926528731197
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll tyres worn on edges

  18. Pass58,903 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,903 miles
    Test number
    223074620190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,209 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,209 miles
    Test number
    932743999010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,919 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,919 miles
    Test number
    370015678454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,721 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,721 miles
    Test number
    540565137215
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass45,721 miles (+10,480)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,721 miles
    Test number
    622575737200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,241 miles
    Test number
    540076836238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M28 EKO

Does M28 EKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M28 EKO is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on M28 EKO?
The MOT on M28 EKO is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M28 EKO done?
M28 EKO was recorded at 119,673 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,397 miles a year.
Has M28 EKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M28 EKO has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on M28 EKO 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 M28 EKO find?
M28 EKO passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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