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MINI John Cooper Works

Silver · Petrol · 2013 · 1,598 cc

NH 638MOT history

NH 638 is a silver petrol MINI John Cooper Works first used on 2 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 38,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
38,735 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NH 638
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Model
John Cooper Works
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NH 638 was last recorded at 38,735 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 3,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,083 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,652 miles
Average per year
2,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,735 miles
  • 2025 – 35,083 miles
  • 2024 – 31,335 miles
  • 2023 – 28,189 miles
  • 2022 – 25,498 miles
  • 2021 – 24,523 miles
  • 2020 – 22,146 miles
  • 2019 – 19,198 miles
  • 2018 – 16,240 miles
  • 2017 – 13,108 miles
  • 2016 – 10,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,735 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion present
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Underbody covered in mud ,limiting view on some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush....Replacement recommended

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush....Replacement recommended

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,735 miles (+3,652)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    38,735 miles
    Test number
    827315879095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion present
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass35,083 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    35,083 miles
    Test number
    986797977959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in mud ,limiting view on some components.
  3. Fail35,056 miles (+3,721)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,056 miles
    Test number
    418543670912
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in mud ,limiting view on some components.
  4. Pass31,335 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    31,335 miles
    Test number
    108513521581
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail31,331 miles (+3,142)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,331 miles
    Test number
    420840116028
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass28,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    28,189 miles
    Test number
    747205418220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail28,188 miles (+2,690)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,188 miles
    Test number
    283092169668
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass25,498 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    25,498 miles
    Test number
    435442783596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush....Replacement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush....Replacement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail25,492 miles (+969)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,492 miles
    Test number
    780219781612
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush....Replacement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush....Replacement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass24,523 miles (+2,377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    24,523 miles
    Test number
    332511995880
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under shield limiting view on some components.
  11. Pass22,146 miles (+2,948)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,146 miles
    Test number
    533424836796
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass19,198 miles (+2,958)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    19,198 miles
    Test number
    230703524318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,240 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    16,240 miles
    Test number
    380475133523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,108 miles (+3,022)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    13,108 miles
    Test number
    782265372686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    10,086 miles
    Test number
    454566793151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NH 638

What vehicle is registration NH 638 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NH 638 on a silver petrol MINI John Cooper Works first used on 2 Sept 2013. 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 NH 638 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NH 638 is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on NH 638?
The MOT on NH 638 is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NH 638 done?
NH 638 was recorded at 38,735 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 2,854 miles a year.
Has NH 638 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NH 638 has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on NH 638 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 NH 638 find?
NH 638 passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides; general underbody corrosion present; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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