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Multi-colour · Petrol · 1997 · 1,275 cc

R129 POBMOT history

R129 POB is a multi-colour petrol Rover Mini first used on 24 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,909 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 POB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 POB was last recorded at 81,909 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,320 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
589 miles
Average per year
1,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,909 miles
  • 2025 – 81,320 miles
  • 2023 – 80,439 miles
  • 2022 – 80,418 miles
  • 2021 – 79,365 miles
  • 2018 – 75,695 miles
  • 2017 – 73,710 miles
  • 2016 – 72,053 miles
  • 2014 – 70,739 miles
  • 2013 – 67,621 miles
  • 2012 – 64,951 miles
  • 2011 – 62,110 miles
  • 2010 – 58,107 miles
  • 2008 – 58,088 miles
  • 2007 – 55,756 miles
  • 2006 – 53,614 miles
  • 2005 – 50,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,909 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder side as age related corrosion

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,909 miles (+589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,909 miles
    Test number
    856047365017
    • AdvisoryUnder side as age related corrosion

  2. Pass81,320 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,320 miles
    Test number
    415724217391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,439 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,439 miles
    Test number
    462830047763
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  4. Pass80,418 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,418 miles
    Test number
    466606187332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,365 miles
    Test number
    187005650868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,359 miles (+3,664)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,359 miles
    Test number
    875326909014
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorTyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  7. Pass75,695 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,695 miles
    Test number
    219407289769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,710 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,710 miles
    Test number
    912414182851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,053 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    655698782260
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s/r inner arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight smear on wipers

  10. Fail72,050 miles (+1,311)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,050 miles
    Test number
    288325027157
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass70,739 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,739 miles
    Test number
    885197254313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery tray corroded

  12. Fail70,736 miles (+3,115)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    978487844333
    • FailureDriver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery tray corroded

  13. Pass67,621 miles (+30)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,621 miles
    Test number
    459698543180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r shocker weak

  14. Fail67,591 miles (+2,640)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,591 miles
    Test number
    795133743156
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r shocker weak

  15. Pass64,951 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,951 miles
    Test number
    438858452009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail64,942 miles (+2,832)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,942 miles
    Test number
    579043152062
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass62,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    62,110 miles
    Test number
    958159941045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,110 miles (+4,003)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,110 miles
    Test number
    855799341089
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  19. Pass58,107 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    191138850411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail58,088 miles (+2,332)15 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,088 miles
    Test number
    540166798248
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass55,756 miles (+2,142)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,756 miles
    Test number
    911366397214
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass53,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,614 miles
    Test number
    282443806351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,614 miles (+2,927)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,614 miles
    Test number
    723309196231
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass50,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    50,687 miles
    Test number
    551116105397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,687 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,687 miles
    Test number
    980044005370
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about R129 POB

Does R129 POB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R129 POB is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R129 POB?
The MOT on R129 POB is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R129 POB done?
R129 POB was recorded at 81,909 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 1,524 miles a year.
Has R129 POB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 POB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on R129 POB 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 R129 POB find?
R129 POB passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: under side as age related corrosion.

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