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Purple · Petrol · 1996 · 1,275 cc

P765 HWBMOT history

P765 HWB is a purple petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 7,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
7,738 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P765 HWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P765 HWB was last recorded at 7,738 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2007: 40,901 miles, lower than 90,401 miles on 26 Oct 2007.
  • 13 Apr 2010: 818 miles, lower than 96,595 miles on 28 Oct 2008.

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
7,527 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 7,738 miles
  • 2025 – 7,527 miles
  • 2024 – 7,128 miles
  • 2023 – 6,786 miles
  • 2022 – 6,454 miles
  • 2021 – 5,795 miles
  • 2020 – 5,719 miles
  • 2019 – 5,587 miles
  • 2018 – 5,337 miles
  • 2017 – 5,038 miles
  • 2015 – 4,569 miles
  • 2014 – 3,724 miles
  • 2013 – 3,110 miles
  • 2012 – 2,988 miles
  • 2011 – 2,076 miles
  • 2010 – 818 miles
  • 2008 – 96,595 miles
  • 2007 – 40,901 miles
  • 2006 – 85,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,738 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,738 miles (+211)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    7,738 miles
    Test number
    942926172190
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass7,527 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    7,527 miles
    Test number
    420309180119
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail7,526 miles (+398)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,526 miles
    Test number
    782040564228
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass7,128 miles (+19)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    7,128 miles
    Test number
    160143914506
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  5. Fail7,109 miles (+323)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,109 miles
    Test number
    554157262645
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass6,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    6,786 miles
    Test number
    886836151237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail6,786 miles (+332)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,786 miles
    Test number
    862760983586
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass6,454 miles (+659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    6,454 miles
    Test number
    619112300412
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass5,795 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    5,795 miles
    Test number
    476079234307
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe front mounts starting to seperate

  10. Pass5,719 miles (+132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    5,719 miles
    Test number
    972985608057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass5,587 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    5,587 miles
    Test number
    420793537833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass5,337 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    5,337 miles
    Test number
    209549467828
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail5,337 miles (+299)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,337 miles
    Test number
    259149829810
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced not a matched pair with nearside lamp (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass5,038 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    5,038 miles
    Test number
    270952890099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has wear on inner sidewall that would indicate it has been fouling on vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven

  15. Fail5,036 miles (+467)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,036 miles
    Test number
    252438226501
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has wear on inner sidewall that would indicate it has been fouling on vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven

  16. Pass4,569 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    4,569 miles
    Test number
    749974315146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail4,559 miles (+835)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,559 miles
    Test number
    657525105125
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass3,724 miles (+614)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    3,724 miles
    Test number
    768630704135
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass3,110 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    3,110 miles
    Test number
    159508093486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass2,988 miles (+912)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    2,988 miles
    Test number
    259403102448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteEhxaust front pipe deteriorated and poor condition

  21. Pass2,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    2,076 miles
    Test number
    917361091001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail2,076 miles (+1,258)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,076 miles
    Test number
    727590591036
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass818 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    818 miles
    Test number
    332045500198
    • NoteVehicle only just passed emissions after 3 attempts, fault may be developing.

  24. Fail818 miles (-95,777)9 failures1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    818 miles
    Test number
    301453400116
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  25. Pass96,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    96,595 miles
    Test number
    984842908374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail96,595 miles (+55,694)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,595 miles
    Test number
    143481508338
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  27. Pass40,901 miles (-49,500)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    40,901 miles
    Test number
    594522907313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail90,401 miles (+5,215)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,401 miles
    Test number
    753809197236
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass85,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    85,186 miles
    Test number
    343666596217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail85,186 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,186 miles
    Test number
    910106396281
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about P765 HWB

Does P765 HWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P765 HWB is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P765 HWB?
The MOT on P765 HWB is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P765 HWB done?
P765 HWB was recorded at 7,738 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026.
Has P765 HWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P765 HWB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on P765 HWB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 29 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P765 HWB find?
P765 HWB passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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