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Rover Mini

White · Petrol · 1997 · 1,275 cc

P283 MNFMOT history

P283 MNF is a white petrol Rover Mini first used on 28 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 14,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
14,806 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P283 MNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
28 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P283 MNF was last recorded at 14,806 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2016.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2010: 4,166 miles, lower than 94,796 miles on 5 Oct 2009.
  • 22 Oct 2012: 10,965 miles, lower than 67,948 miles on 27 Oct 2011.
  • 6 Oct 2016: 14,694 miles, lower than 14,695 miles on 30 Jun 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
14,694 miles · 6 Oct 2016
Between the last two tests
112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 14,806 miles
  • 2016 – 14,694 miles
  • 2015 – 14,677 miles
  • 2014 – 13,580 miles
  • 2013 – 12,056 miles
  • 2012 – 10,967 miles
  • 2011 – 67,948 miles
  • 2010 – 4,171 miles
  • 2009 – 94,796 miles
  • 2008 – 78,975 miles
  • 2007 – 67,728 miles
  • 2006 – 53,432 miles
  • 2005 – 39,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,806 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.

  • Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,806 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    14,806 miles
    Test number
    740048739345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass14,694 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    14,694 miles
    Test number
    468299961783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail14,695 miles (+18)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,695 miles
    Test number
    597847761653
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both front inner floor panels (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside age related surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Fail14,677 miles (+1,097)7 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,677 miles
    Test number
    485858534231
    • DangerousBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings battery box (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • DangerousTransmission tunnel badly corroded
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  5. Pass13,580 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    13,580 miles
    Test number
    219765774280
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteGeneral underside corrosion

  6. Fail13,576 miles (+1,520)2 dangerous8 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,576 miles
    Test number
    157978154201
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front floors at jacking points corroded
    • NoteEngine overheating
    • NoteGeneral underside corrosion
    • NoteSome n/s/r brake bind

  7. Pass12,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    12,056 miles
    Test number
    197626443202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail12,056 miles (+1,089)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,056 miles
    Test number
    198816443217
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass10,967 miles (+2)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    10,967 miles
    Test number
    745754002378
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBonnet safty catch not working

  10. Fail10,965 miles (-56,983)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,965 miles
    Test number
    359736492462
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet safty catch not working

  11. Pass67,948 miles (+63,777)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,948 miles
    Test number
    468960301421
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f stabiliser bushes worn
    • NoteN/s/f stabiliser bushes worn
    • NoteSlight rust to n/s a panel
    • NoteSlight rust to o/s b pillar

  12. Pass4,171 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    4,171 miles
    Test number
    403598280274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail4,166 miles (-90,630)9 failures4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,166 miles
    Test number
    413186280258
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass94,796 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    94,796 miles
    Test number
    821278579218
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail94,796 miles (+15,821)3 failures1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,796 miles
    Test number
    604525579269
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass78,975 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    78,975 miles
    Test number
    664990288262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail78,974 miles (+11,246)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,974 miles
    Test number
    761747478236
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside headlamp adjuster motor running all the time whilst lights on
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass67,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,728 miles
    Test number
    471974607463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail67,728 miles (+14,296)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,728 miles
    Test number
    770609897205
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,432 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    953668096248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail53,419 miles (+13,824)11 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,419 miles
    Test number
    972012696284
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass39,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    39,595 miles
    Test number
    264003995211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,595 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,595 miles
    Test number
    841083895240
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about P283 MNF

Does P283 MNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P283 MNF is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P283 MNF?
The MOT on P283 MNF is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P283 MNF done?
P283 MNF was recorded at 14,806 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026.
Has P283 MNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P283 MNF has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on P283 MNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 13 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P283 MNF find?
P283 MNF passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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