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Morris Minor Convertable

Black · Petrol · 1953 · 1,096 cc

MAB 596MOT history

MAB 596 is a black petrol Morris Minor Convertable first used on 12 Oct 1953. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 51,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
51,897 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MAB 596
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor Convertable
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,096 cc
Year of manufacture
1953
First used
12 Oct 1953
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

MAB 596 was last recorded at 51,897 miles on 1 May 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,881 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,897 miles
  • 2024 – 51,192 miles
  • 2023 – 50,468 miles
  • 2022 – 49,657 miles
  • 2020 – 48,649 miles
  • 2019 – 47,062 miles
  • 2018 – 45,483 miles
  • 2016 – 45,138 miles
  • 2015 – 44,273 miles
  • 2014 – 44,012 miles
  • 2013 – 43,171 miles
  • 2012 – 42,245 miles
  • 2011 – 40,246 miles
  • 2010 – 38,770 miles
  • 2009 – 38,114 miles
  • 2008 – 37,209 miles
  • 2007 – 36,851 miles
  • 2006 – 35,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,897 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,897 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,897 miles
    Test number
    177371954402
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail51,881 miles (+689)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,881 miles
    Test number
    535250973957
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,192 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    51,192 miles
    Test number
    691812685093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail51,185 miles (+717)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,185 miles
    Test number
    517574891537
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass50,468 miles (+811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    50,468 miles
    Test number
    976109206039
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass49,657 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    49,657 miles
    Test number
    965338317119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail49,649 miles (+1,000)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,649 miles
    Test number
    923650454479
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass48,649 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    48,649 miles
    Test number
    731511751308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,564 miles (+1,502)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,564 miles
    Test number
    700471730289
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements not audible (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass47,062 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,062 miles
    Test number
    447561137118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,483 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,483 miles
    Test number
    553239771233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,138 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,138 miles
    Test number
    335425970536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,273 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    312321638638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,012 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,012 miles
    Test number
    826349764234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,171 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,171 miles
    Test number
    339000673445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,245 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,245 miles
    Test number
    205972302189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,246 miles (+1,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,246 miles
    Test number
    407890981048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass38,770 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,770 miles
    Test number
    812269780089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    190051419107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,114 miles (+905)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    593343699096
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass37,209 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,209 miles
    Test number
    144140618160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,851 miles
    Test number
    533350117107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,851 miles (+1,151)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,851 miles
    Test number
    341170117119
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass35,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    791352346046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MAB 596

What vehicle is registration MAB 596 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MAB 596 on a black petrol Morris Minor Convertable first used on 12 Oct 1953. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MAB 596 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on MAB 596 expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on MAB 596?
The MOT on MAB 596 expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has MAB 596 done?
MAB 596 was recorded at 51,897 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 843 miles a year.
Has MAB 596 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MAB 596 has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on MAB 596 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 MAB 596 find?
MAB 596 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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