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Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

P28 PENMOT history

P28 PEN is a red petrol MINI first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

P28 PEN red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,263 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P28 PEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P28 PEN was last recorded at 72,263 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 78 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,185 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
78 miles
Average per year
3,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,263 miles
  • 2025 – 63,640 miles
  • 2024 – 62,110 miles
  • 2023 – 61,548 miles
  • 2021 – 61,113 miles
  • 2020 – 60,382 miles
  • 2019 – 58,138 miles
  • 2018 – 53,403 miles
  • 2017 – 52,351 miles
  • 2016 – 50,610 miles
  • 2015 – 49,182 miles
  • 2014 – 44,322 miles
  • 2013 – 38,011 miles
  • 2012 – 34,322 miles
  • 2011 – 26,477 miles
  • 2010 – 20,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,263 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,263 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    118757101483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail72,263 miles (+78)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    397441943736
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail72,185 miles (+8,545)2 dangerous3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,185 miles
    Test number
    844902533820
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexy poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Pass63,640 miles (+1,530)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,640 miles
    Test number
    636459242580
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,110 miles
    Test number
    925364086551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail62,110 miles (+562)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,110 miles
    Test number
    851060088310
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass61,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    61,548 miles
    Test number
    889786241164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,548 miles (+435)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,548 miles
    Test number
    358210614790
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass61,113 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    61,113 miles
    Test number
    498602114801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,382 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,382 miles
    Test number
    555016617084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail60,382 miles (+2,244)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,382 miles
    Test number
    996203212417
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass58,138 miles (+4,735)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,138 miles
    Test number
    948697489101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,403 miles (+1,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,403 miles
    Test number
    350097379021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad sensor wire not connected

  14. Pass52,351 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,351 miles
    Test number
    178300739257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,610 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,610 miles
    Test number
    167673581565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,182 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,182 miles
    Test number
    739737012001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,322 miles
    Test number
    769756644279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,322 miles (+6,311)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,322 miles
    Test number
    995706744238
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass38,011 miles (+3,689)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,011 miles
    Test number
    355542043283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass34,322 miles (+7,845)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,322 miles
    Test number
    739868132324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass26,477 miles (+6,010)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    26,477 miles
    Test number
    385240151368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  22. Pass20,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    20,467 miles
    Test number
    554839440396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P28 PEN

Does P28 PEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P28 PEN is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P28 PEN?
The MOT on P28 PEN is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P28 PEN done?
P28 PEN was recorded at 72,263 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,328 miles a year.
Has P28 PEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P28 PEN has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P28 PEN 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 P28 PEN find?
P28 PEN passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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