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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,275 cc

R623 VSDMOT history

R623 VSD is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 23 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 22,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
22,462 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R623 VSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
23 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R623 VSD was last recorded at 22,462 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,293 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 22,462 miles
  • 2024 – 22,293 miles
  • 2023 – 21,991 miles
  • 2022 – 21,834 miles
  • 2021 – 21,237 miles
  • 2017 – 21,160 miles
  • 2016 – 21,115 miles
  • 2015 – 21,021 miles
  • 2014 – 19,757 miles
  • 2007 – 19,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,462 miles

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,462 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    22,462 miles
    Test number
    380333208790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass22,293 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    22,293 miles
    Test number
    800102006128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass21,991 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    21,991 miles
    Test number
    421238010236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass21,834 miles (+597)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    21,834 miles
    Test number
    965054598012
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass21,237 miles (+77)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    21,237 miles
    Test number
    388015166404
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass21,160 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    21,160 miles
    Test number
    328337929392
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass21,115 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    21,115 miles
    Test number
    173803209010
    • AdvisoryNo secondary bonnet retaining device fitted

  8. Pass21,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    21,021 miles
    Test number
    236785335099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail21,021 miles (+1,264)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,021 miles
    Test number
    108945835047
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  10. Pass19,757 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,757 miles
    Test number
    139868934003
    • NoteBothside front wiper blade smearing screen -should replace.

  11. Fail19,757 miles13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,757 miles
    Test number
    549500434073
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    162766267494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail19,173 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,173 miles
    Test number
    644005067037
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about R623 VSD

Does R623 VSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R623 VSD is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R623 VSD?
The MOT on R623 VSD is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R623 VSD done?
R623 VSD was recorded at 22,462 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 172 miles a year.
Has R623 VSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R623 VSD has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2015.
Has the mileage on R623 VSD 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 R623 VSD find?
R623 VSD passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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