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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

N5 MCFMOT history

N5 MCF is a black petrol MINI first used on 27 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

N5 MCF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
118,718 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 MCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 MCF was last recorded at 118,718 miles on 28 May 2026, 5,211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,507 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,211 miles
Average per year
5,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,718 miles
  • 2025 – 113,507 miles
  • 2024 – 109,111 miles
  • 2023 – 105,521 miles
  • 2022 – 103,320 miles
  • 2021 – 101,857 miles
  • 2020 – 99,575 miles
  • 2019 – 93,393 miles
  • 2018 – 86,808 miles
  • 2017 – 81,243 miles
  • 2016 – 75,544 miles
  • 2015 – 68,549 miles
  • 2014 – 62,577 miles
  • 2013 – 55,963 miles
  • 2012 – 51,609 miles
  • 2011 – 41,986 miles
  • 2010 – 34,660 miles
  • 2009 – 30,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,718 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension parts corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,718 miles (+5,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    118,718 miles
    Test number
    118872525191
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded
  2. Pass113,507 miles (+4,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    113,507 miles
    Test number
    440269645169
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded
  3. Pass109,111 miles (+3,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,111 miles
    Test number
    101457269566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded
  4. Pass105,521 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,521 miles
    Test number
    226060201728
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded
  5. Fail105,516 miles (+2,196)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,516 miles
    Test number
    345327728601
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail Rubbing driveshaft (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded
  6. Pass103,320 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,320 miles
    Test number
    593243518211
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail103,313 miles (+1,456)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,313 miles
    Test number
    508421659312
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass101,857 miles (+2,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    101,857 miles
    Test number
    432529705528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass99,575 miles (+6,182)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    99,575 miles
    Test number
    151526137560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    93,393 miles
    Test number
    338157907386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,393 miles (+6,585)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,393 miles
    Test number
    149847627264
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass86,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    108027875994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,808 miles (+5,565)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    242852392225
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Pass81,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,243 miles
    Test number
    208979738270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,243 miles (+5,699)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,243 miles
    Test number
    457666814566
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass75,544 miles (+6,995)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,544 miles
    Test number
    552064531980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,549 miles (+5,972)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,549 miles
    Test number
    239788345454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass62,577 miles (+6,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,577 miles
    Test number
    197263234168
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass55,963 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,963 miles
    Test number
    786203543187
    • NoteCorrosion at o/s front to rear brake pipe
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded [inner]
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteSlight fray at n/s/f seatbelt
  20. Fail55,963 miles (+4,354)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,963 miles
    Test number
    535272743123
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on [pads ok]
    • NoteCorrosion at o/s front to rear brake pipe
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded [inner]
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteSlight fray at n/s/f seatbelt
  21. Pass51,609 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,609 miles
    Test number
    365060452117
    • NoteAir bag light on
  22. Fail51,609 miles (+9,623)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,609 miles
    Test number
    577410952143
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
  23. Pass41,986 miles (+7,326)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    146170741128
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing at inner edge and cracking between treads
    • NoteCorrosion at exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion at rear brake discs
    • NoteLight corrosion front to rear brake pipes
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing outer edge
  24. Pass34,660 miles (+4,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,660 miles
    Test number
    542675640137
    • NoteCracking between rear tyre treads
  25. Pass30,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,095 miles
    Test number
    714762349117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 MCF

Does N5 MCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 MCF is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 MCF?
The MOT on N5 MCF is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 MCF done?
N5 MCF was recorded at 118,718 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 5,208 miles a year.
Has N5 MCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 MCF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on N5 MCF 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 N5 MCF find?
N5 MCF passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension parts corroded.

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