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Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,275 cc

R121 JFAMOT history

R121 JFA is a green petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,350 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
11 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R121 JFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R121 JFA was last recorded at 80,350 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Dec 2007: 65,633 miles, lower than 65,696 miles on 5 Oct 2007.
  • 30 Apr 2010: 72,328 miles, lower than 141,916 miles on 22 Nov 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
80,343 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,350 miles
  • 2025 – 80,268 miles
  • 2023 – 80,189 miles
  • 2022 – 80,150 miles
  • 2021 – 79,813 miles
  • 2013 – 79,763 miles
  • 2012 – 79,749 miles
  • 2011 – 79,290 miles
  • 2010 – 72,328 miles
  • 2008 – 141,916 miles
  • 2007 – 65,633 miles
  • 2006 – 59,587 miles
  • 2005 – 54,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,350 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2005–2013

  • Brake performance unable to be tested vehicle starting to smoke from underneath

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,350 miles
    Test number
    437504068388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail80,350 miles (+7)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,350 miles
    Test number
    749346475010
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested vehicle starting to smoke from underneath (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  3. Fail80,343 miles (+75)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,343 miles
    Test number
    487382768351
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested vehicle starting to smoke from underneath (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle starting to smoke from underneath during emissions testing (8.2.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass80,268 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    80,268 miles
    Test number
    414271642881
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail80,263 miles (+74)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,263 miles
    Test number
    584405755245
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    380167183872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,189 miles (+39)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    571316864931
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail80,150 miles (+337)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,150 miles
    Test number
    983134807609
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass79,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    79,813 miles
    Test number
    128223096030
    • AdvisoryAdvise play in ball joints heavley undersealed

  10. Fail79,813 miles (+50)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,813 miles
    Test number
    615337938399
    • Repaired at testFront Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise play in ball joints heavley undersealed

  11. Pass79,763 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,763 miles
    Test number
    368993083146
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail79,759 miles (+10)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,759 miles
    Test number
    688249853139
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s outer sill drain holes corroded inner sill good condition
    • NoteO/ outer sill drain hole corroded (inner sill good condition)

  13. Fail79,749 miles (+459)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,749 miles
    Test number
    287950222351
    • FailureBrake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • Note*Near side front tie rod bush split*.*Near side front suspension cone lower joint cover deteriorated*.*Rear exhaust mounting worn*.*Rear Tyres treads cracked*.

  14. Pass79,290 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    79,290 miles
    Test number
    129203791255
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split

  15. Fail79,280 miles (+11)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,280 miles
    Test number
    458177681249
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split

  16. Fail79,269 miles (+6,941)12 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,269 miles
    Test number
    238805941464
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiperblades starting to split

  17. Pass72,328 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    72,328 miles
    Test number
    293511920183
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMiner oil leak

  18. Fail72,328 miles (-69,588)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,328 miles
    Test number
    962500220118
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMiner oil leak
    • NoteNearside rear wheel binding slightly

  19. Fail141,916 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,916 miles
    Test number
    333467628329
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass141,916 miles (+76,283)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    141,916 miles
    Test number
    623427828390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,633 miles (-63)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    162505057313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,696 miles (+6,109)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,696 miles
    Test number
    350118577489
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass59,587 miles (+5,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    59,587 miles
    Test number
    161912186292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  24. Pass54,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    54,163 miles
    Test number
    423435585210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,163 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,163 miles
    Test number
    781634585281
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about R121 JFA

Does R121 JFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R121 JFA is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R121 JFA?
The MOT on R121 JFA is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R121 JFA done?
R121 JFA was recorded at 80,350 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,259 miles a year.
Has R121 JFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R121 JFA has failed 14 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R121 JFA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Dec 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R121 JFA find?
R121 JFA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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