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Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

R16 SDKMOT history

R16 SDK is a grey petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 70,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

R16 SDK grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
70,847 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 SDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 SDK was last recorded at 70,847 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,751 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
4,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,847 miles
  • 2025 – 65,168 miles
  • 2024 – 64,191 miles
  • 2023 – 60,944 miles
  • 2022 – 55,016 miles
  • 2021 – 49,160 miles
  • 2020 – 45,861 miles
  • 2019 – 40,742 miles
  • 2018 – 34,649 miles
  • 2017 – 27,283 miles
  • 2016 – 22,033 miles
  • 2015 – 17,886 miles
  • 2014 – 14,240 miles
  • 2013 – 11,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,847 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,847 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    70,847 miles
    Test number
    461508535003
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail70,751 miles (+5,583)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,751 miles
    Test number
    574156178642
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass65,168 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    65,168 miles
    Test number
    709651039574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    64,191 miles
    Test number
    421450673118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail64,191 miles (+3,247)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,191 miles
    Test number
    674536360149
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass60,944 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    60,944 miles
    Test number
    684944937112
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Fail60,944 miles (+5,928)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,944 miles
    Test number
    233936472290
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass55,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    193690887528
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Fail55,016 miles (+5,856)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    504701878477
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  10. Pass49,160 miles (+3,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    49,160 miles
    Test number
    213065940015
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass45,861 miles (+5,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    45,861 miles
    Test number
    360968335573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Pass40,742 miles (+6,093)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    922014186986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,649 miles (+7,366)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,649 miles
    Test number
    168190768954
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads look worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and offside front wiper blade ends split
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner edges worn smooth and thin
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
  14. Pass27,283 miles (+5,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,283 miles
    Test number
    555348778011
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays
  15. Pass22,033 miles (+4,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,033 miles
    Test number
    691562216109
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
  16. Pass17,886 miles (+3,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    547699265083
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail14,240 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,240 miles
    Test number
    165032064427
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass14,240 miles (+2,614)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    14,240 miles
    Test number
    969512864066
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass11,626 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    11,626 miles
    Test number
    125301673404
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner & outer edges (strongly advise replacement)

Questions about R16 SDK

Does R16 SDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 SDK is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 SDK?
The MOT on R16 SDK is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 SDK done?
R16 SDK was recorded at 70,847 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,544 miles a year.
Has R16 SDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 SDK has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 SDK 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 SDK find?
R16 SDK passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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