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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

S12 VCMMOT history

S12 VCM is a blue petrol MINI first used on 11 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 131,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

S12 VCM blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
131,875 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 VCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 VCM was last recorded at 131,875 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 3,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,223 miles · 9 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,652 miles
Average per year
5,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,875 miles
  • 2024 – 128,223 miles
  • 2023 – 120,465 miles
  • 2022 – 113,378 miles
  • 2021 – 106,309 miles
  • 2020 – 100,701 miles
  • 2019 – 93,348 miles
  • 2017 – 86,580 miles
  • 2016 – 81,407 miles
  • 2015 – 77,590 miles
  • 2014 – 67,725 miles
  • 2013 – 59,153 miles
  • 2012 – 54,744 miles
  • 2011 – 50,907 miles
  • 2010 – 49,330 miles
  • 2009 – 41,562 miles
  • 2008 – 33,005 miles
  • 2007 – 28,868 miles
  • 2006 – 25,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,875 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen and small crack in passenger front bottom corner. not affecting drivers view. (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount slightly perished but no movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split on side wall not to cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front and rear coil springs slight corroded n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,875 miles (+3,652)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    131,875 miles
    Test number
    115362901729
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen and small crack in passenger front bottom corner. not affecting drivers view. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount slightly perished but no movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,223 miles (+39)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,223 miles
    Test number
    561463226870
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock top mounts rubber split and worn
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal worn
    • AdvisorySlight power steering leak

  3. Fail128,184 miles (+7,719)2 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,184 miles
    Test number
    388174611979
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake lamp discoloured
    • AdvisoryCrack in nearside of screen
    • AdvisoryEngine misfire /running rough on tickover
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal worn ,advise renewing
    • AdvisoryOil leak around power steering pipe
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryTop mounts splitting ,advise renewing

  4. Pass120,465 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    120,465 miles
    Test number
    500109475960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split on side wall not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs slight corroded n/s and o/s

  5. Fail120,453 miles (+7,075)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,453 miles
    Test number
    565914366560
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split on side wall not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs slight corroded n/s and o/s

  6. Pass113,378 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    113,378 miles
    Test number
    629783168372
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail113,374 miles (+7,065)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,374 miles
    Test number
    794473424512
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass106,309 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,309 miles
    Test number
    720145430246
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,308 miles (+5,607)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,308 miles
    Test number
    153895754021
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass100,701 miles (+7,353)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    100,701 miles
    Test number
    522092216245
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass93,348 miles (+6,768)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,348 miles
    Test number
    293757874563
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass86,580 miles (+5,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    718587760641
    • AdvisoryPAS from oil cooler pipe.

  13. Pass81,407 miles (+3,817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,407 miles
    Test number
    386597491152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass77,590 miles (+9,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,590 miles
    Test number
    232893515105
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outter skin corroded

  15. Pass67,725 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    136809404313
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust is deteriated
    • NoteOff side rear wheel is tight to turn by hand

  16. Fail67,725 miles (+8,572)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    317759404365
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust is deteriated
    • NoteOff side rear wheel is tight to turn by hand

  17. Pass59,153 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,153 miles
    Test number
    397493313262
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake wear indicator light on but brakes look ok

  18. Fail59,153 miles (+4,409)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,153 miles
    Test number
    477773513246
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake wear indicator light on but brakes look ok

  19. Pass54,744 miles (+3,837)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,744 miles
    Test number
    926263722201
    • NoteBoth front tyres low tread depth
    • NoteSlight binding to both rear wheels

  20. Pass50,907 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    738615261274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail50,907 miles (+1,577)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    799653461251
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail49,330 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,330 miles
    Test number
    251966860234
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust very rusty
    • NoteR/o/s brake dragging slight ( hand brake cable leaver not returning to stop )
    • NoteTailgate spoiler lose!
    • NoteWet test

  23. Pass49,330 miles (+7,768)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,330 miles
    Test number
    331056860475
    • NoteExhaust very rusty
    • NoteR/o/s brake dragging slight ( hand brake cable leaver not returning to stop )
    • NoteTailgate spoiler lose!
    • NoteWet test

  24. Pass41,562 miles (+8,557)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,562 miles
    Test number
    511369729289
    • NoteBrake w// light on
    • NoteExhaust very rusty esp rear box
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteR/n/s tyre badly worn at inner edge
    • NoteR/n/s wheel bearing noisey
    • NoteR/o/s brake dragging
    • NoteRear pads possible low

  25. Fail33,005 miles1 dangerous2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,005 miles
    Test number
    222675168430
    • DangerousF/N/S TYRE CUT OR SPLITING AT EDGE OF TREAD!
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust very rusty esp rear box
    • NoteR/n/s tyre poor in tread (not flat)

  26. Pass33,005 miles (+4,137)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,005 miles
    Test number
    424505168137
    • DangerousF/N/S TYRE CUT OR SPLITING AT EDGE OF TREAD!
    • NoteExhaust very rusty esp rear box
    • NoteR/n/s tyre poor in tread (not flat)

  27. Pass28,868 miles (+3,309)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,868 miles
    Test number
    822948757192
    • DangerousF/n/s tyre damaged
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront discs worn

  28. Pass25,559 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,559 miles
    Test number
    294180666497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail25,557 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,557 miles
    Test number
    242546856448
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about S12 VCM

Does S12 VCM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 VCM expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 VCM?
The MOT on S12 VCM expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 VCM done?
S12 VCM was recorded at 131,875 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 5,507 miles a year.
Has S12 VCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 VCM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S12 VCM 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 S12 VCM find?
S12 VCM passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in windscreen and small crack in passenger front bottom corner. not affecting drivers view.; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount slightly perished but no movement.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge., and 3 more.

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