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Rover Mini

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,275 cc

P353 HVWMOT history

P353 HVW is a green petrol Rover Mini first used on 2 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 73,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
73,588 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P353 HVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
2 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P353 HVW was last recorded at 73,588 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,201 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
387 miles
Average per year
2,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,588 miles
  • 2024 – 73,201 miles
  • 2023 – 72,445 miles
  • 2022 – 71,941 miles
  • 2021 – 71,009 miles
  • 2020 – 70,962 miles
  • 2019 – 69,678 miles
  • 2017 – 69,505 miles
  • 2016 – 69,011 miles
  • 2015 – 68,359 miles
  • 2014 – 67,419 miles
  • 2012 – 65,122 miles
  • 2011 – 56,420 miles
  • 2010 – 50,241 miles
  • 2009 – 42,944 miles
  • 2008 – 37,322 miles
  • 2007 – 31,212 miles
  • 2006 – 27,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,588 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,588 miles (+387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    73,588 miles
    Test number
    225607118116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass73,201 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,201 miles
    Test number
    987767587040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,197 miles (+752)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,197 miles
    Test number
    909255451635
    • DangerousSteering rack has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass72,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,445 miles
    Test number
    488851300612
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail72,441 miles (+500)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,441 miles
    Test number
    766794456006
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,941 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,941 miles
    Test number
    967729873022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,938 miles (+929)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    761347434524
    • DangerousLower Steering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment column to rack (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached loose attachment to hub/lock tab ineffective (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower bump stop missing on subframe
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower bump stop missing on subframe

  8. Pass71,009 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,009 miles
    Test number
    513441868859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner radius arm spring washer damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension bump stop missing

  9. Fail70,990 miles (+28)1 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,990 miles
    Test number
    875104682791
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering locking device ineffective ball joint lock washer (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Steering locking device ineffective ball joint lock washer (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering locking device ineffective ball joint lock washer (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Steering locking device ineffective ball joint lock washer (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension bump stop missing from subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner radius arm lock washer damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension bump stop missing from subframe

  10. Pass70,962 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    906583833498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,960 miles (+1,282)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,960 miles
    Test number
    933943145920
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Rear exhaust rubber is broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are starting to corrode

  12. Pass69,678 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,678 miles
    Test number
    730989263249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,505 miles
    Test number
    592613909286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,505 miles (+494)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,505 miles
    Test number
    218476497815
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S FRONT FLOOR (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureVehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings FRONT SUBFRAME ENGINE STABLIZER MOUNT (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass69,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,011 miles
    Test number
    531693356511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,011 miles (+652)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,011 miles
    Test number
    864032326420
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S INSIDE SILL FRONT (5.2.6)
    • FailureSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened REAR BOOT FLOOR X2 (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass68,359 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,359 miles
    Test number
    143607574979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,355 miles (+936)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,355 miles
    Test number
    819383559766
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s floor to sill (5.2.6)

  19. Pass67,419 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,419 miles
    Test number
    109953884470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,408 miles (+2,286)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,408 miles
    Test number
    645033874086
    • FailureFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded but not near a component mounting

  21. Pass65,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,122 miles
    Test number
    686839362227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,122 miles (+8,702)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,122 miles
    Test number
    176222062239
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront o/s discs is corroded + back plate is missing.
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow.

  23. Pass56,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,420 miles
    Test number
    398942561256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,420 miles (+6,179)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,420 miles
    Test number
    507457251280
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass50,241 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,241 miles
    Test number
    360159150471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,239 miles (+7,295)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,239 miles
    Test number
    482476650271
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  27. Pass42,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    284207039234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail42,944 miles (+5,622)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    313817429459
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  29. Pass37,322 miles (+6,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,322 miles
    Test number
    791378928224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  30. Pass31,212 miles (+3,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,212 miles
    Test number
    782743537288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  31. Pass27,847 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,847 miles
    Test number
    380916716267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail27,844 miles5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,844 miles
    Test number
    372263416297
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteO/s rear sill coroding

Questions about P353 HVW

Does P353 HVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P353 HVW is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on P353 HVW?
The MOT on P353 HVW is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P353 HVW done?
P353 HVW was recorded at 73,588 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,351 miles a year.
Has P353 HVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P353 HVW has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on P353 HVW 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 P353 HVW find?
P353 HVW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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