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Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

R16 AVLMOT history

R16 AVL is a grey petrol MINI first used on 14 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 116,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2024.

R16 AVL grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2025
Mileage
116,891 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 AVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 AVL was last recorded at 116,891 miles on 27 Aug 2024, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,859 miles · 10 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
5,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,891 miles
  • 2023 – 114,596 miles
  • 2022 – 110,191 miles
  • 2021 – 103,034 miles
  • 2019 – 91,991 miles
  • 2018 – 89,361 miles
  • 2017 – 82,759 miles
  • 2016 – 76,381 miles
  • 2015 – 71,662 miles
  • 2013 – 66,774 miles
  • 2012 – 60,781 miles
  • 2011 – 51,631 miles
  • 2010 – 39,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,891 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,891 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,891 miles
    Test number
    798901566742
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,859 miles (+2,263)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,859 miles
    Test number
    246248171481
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,596 miles (+4,405)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    114,596 miles
    Test number
    802564827040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion throughout underside

  4. Pass110,191 miles (+7,157)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,191 miles
    Test number
    542777175951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    103,034 miles
    Test number
    940050494809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail103,034 miles (+11,043)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,034 miles
    Test number
    532263318133
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,991 miles (+2,630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,991 miles
    Test number
    454748706319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,361 miles (+6,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    494934706813
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,759 miles (+6,378)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,759 miles
    Test number
    374043881608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,381 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,381 miles
    Test number
    752979491973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,662 miles (+4,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,662 miles
    Test number
    178880495491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass66,774 miles (+54)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    515461903394
    • NoteFront wipers starting to split
    • NoteOsr upper side light inop
    • NoteOsr upper stop light inop

  13. Fail66,720 miles (+5,939)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,720 miles
    Test number
    217078293269
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to split
    • NoteOsr upper side light inop
    • NoteOsr upper stop light inop

  14. Pass60,781 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,781 miles
    Test number
    256378222308
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine check light on.

  15. Fail60,781 miles (+9,150)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,781 miles
    Test number
    748506422349
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine check light on.
    • NoteEngine oil level low.

  16. Pass51,631 miles (+11,995)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    917392601394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass39,636 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,636 miles
    Test number
    364172500396
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly perished and slightly out of shape

Questions about R16 AVL

Does R16 AVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R16 AVL expired on 26 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R16 AVL?
The MOT on R16 AVL expired on 26 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R16 AVL done?
R16 AVL was recorded at 116,891 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2024, an average of 5,586 miles a year.
Has R16 AVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 AVL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on R16 AVL 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 R16 AVL find?
R16 AVL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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