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Yellow · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

MAY 3MOT history

MAY 3 is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 7 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 92,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MAY 3 yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
92,921 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MAY 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MAY 3 was last recorded at 92,921 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,921 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,921 miles
  • 2025 – 90,222 miles
  • 2024 – 84,925 miles
  • 2023 – 79,694 miles
  • 2022 – 77,905 miles
  • 2021 – 75,013 miles
  • 2020 – 72,583 miles
  • 2019 – 70,219 miles
  • 2018 – 62,311 miles
  • 2017 – 53,359 miles
  • 2016 – 46,283 miles
  • 2015 – 40,792 miles
  • 2014 – 34,135 miles
  • 2013 – 27,726 miles
  • 2012 – 21,141 miles
  • 2011 – 15,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,921 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,921 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    92,921 miles
    Test number
    227346530143
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail92,921 miles (+2,699)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,921 miles
    Test number
    187134097996
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,222 miles (+5,297)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,222 miles
    Test number
    689730526185
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass84,925 miles (+5,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,925 miles
    Test number
    108986136813
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass79,694 miles (+1,789)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,694 miles
    Test number
    740529563409
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess lower stabilizer mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorated

  6. Pass77,905 miles (+2,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    77,905 miles
    Test number
    929794929181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass75,013 miles (+2,430)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,013 miles
    Test number
    342666875078
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has slight travel at the lever
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight low effort and will need attension soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyres splitting on the inside walls but cords / structure not showing but will need replacing soon
    • AdvisoryVehicle struggled to pass emissions test

  8. Pass72,583 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,583 miles
    Test number
    601999396699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,219 miles (+7,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,219 miles
    Test number
    777007400747
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,311 miles (+8,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    799639109005
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass53,359 miles (+1,528)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,359 miles
    Test number
    805333628198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,831 miles (+5,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,831 miles
    Test number
    813782484324
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass46,283 miles (+5,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    46,283 miles
    Test number
    369010441242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass40,792 miles (+6,657)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    496977745192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,135 miles (+6,409)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,135 miles
    Test number
    236153164498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,726 miles (+6,585)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,726 miles
    Test number
    499974763141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,141 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,141 miles
    Test number
    467944262161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,523 miles
    Test number
    155511971140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MAY 3

What vehicle is registration MAY 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MAY 3 on a yellow petrol MINI first used on 7 May 2009. 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 MAY 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MAY 3 is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on MAY 3?
The MOT on MAY 3 is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MAY 3 done?
MAY 3 was recorded at 92,921 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 5,101 miles a year.
Has MAY 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MAY 3 has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on MAY 3 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 MAY 3 find?
MAY 3 passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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