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Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

S15 FRNMOT history

S15 FRN is a grey petrol MINI first used on 14 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

S15 FRN grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,596 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 FRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 FRN was last recorded at 97,596 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,596 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,596 miles
  • 2025 – 91,152 miles
  • 2024 – 88,751 miles
  • 2023 – 82,365 miles
  • 2022 – 80,062 miles
  • 2021 – 78,183 miles
  • 2020 – 76,478 miles
  • 2019 – 74,446 miles
  • 2018 – 71,661 miles
  • 2017 – 69,533 miles
  • 2015 – 67,271 miles
  • 2014 – 64,975 miles
  • 2013 – 58,780 miles
  • 2012 – 46,533 miles
  • 2011 – 37,264 miles
  • 2010 – 30,401 miles
  • 2009 – 25,881 miles
  • 2008 – 20,127 miles
  • 2007 – 15,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,596 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front to rear brake pipes greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,596 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,596 miles
    Test number
    501242754255
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail97,596 miles (+6,444)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,596 miles
    Test number
    900232528085
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear and central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass91,152 miles (+2,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,152 miles
    Test number
    976865071047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass88,751 miles (+6,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,751 miles
    Test number
    493324483192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass82,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,365 miles
    Test number
    906252674975
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail82,365 miles (+2,303)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,365 miles
    Test number
    741803542318
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass80,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,062 miles
    Test number
    601374095720
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail80,062 miles (+1,879)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,062 miles
    Test number
    954697990989
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass78,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    220737887132
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail78,183 miles (+1,705)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    320387280344
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass76,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,478 miles
    Test number
    370690607101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail76,478 miles (+2,032)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,478 miles
    Test number
    911995300379
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass74,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,446 miles
    Test number
    202319230983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,446 miles (+2,785)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,446 miles
    Test number
    968679871265
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass71,661 miles (+2,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    343444208352
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass69,533 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,533 miles
    Test number
    412841681757
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes greased
  17. Fail69,532 miles (+2,261)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,532 miles
    Test number
    240433835327
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes greased
  18. Pass67,271 miles (+2,296)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    516627527959
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s & o/s front steering rack drum sticks
  19. Pass64,975 miles (+6,195)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,975 miles
    Test number
    505419374242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass58,780 miles (+12,247)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,780 miles
    Test number
    278125573217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,533 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,533 miles
    Test number
    245002422452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  22. Pass46,533 miles (+9,269)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,533 miles
    Test number
    955292122182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  23. Pass37,264 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,264 miles
    Test number
    969723121138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,193 miles (+6,792)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,193 miles
    Test number
    925307211149
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  25. Pass30,401 miles (+4,520)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,401 miles
    Test number
    852373890069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBrake pad light on dash
    • NoteN/s/f rim slightly buckled
    • NoteO/s/r pad sensor not secured
  26. Pass25,881 miles (+5,754)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,881 miles
    Test number
    663281199047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall cut
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePetrol cap seal cracked
    • NoteWipers smearing
  27. Pass20,127 miles (+4,455)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,127 miles
    Test number
    990393418123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    15,672 miles
    Test number
    804277007151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 FRN

Does S15 FRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 FRN is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 FRN?
The MOT on S15 FRN is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 FRN done?
S15 FRN was recorded at 97,596 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,198 miles a year.
Has S15 FRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 FRN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S15 FRN 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 S15 FRN find?
S15 FRN passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 6 more.

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