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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

S20 OPAMOT history

S20 OPA is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 83,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2025.

S20 OPA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2026
Mileage
83,834 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 OPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 OPA was last recorded at 83,834 miles on 20 Jan 2025, 4,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,471 miles · 8 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4,363 miles
Average per year
3,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,834 miles
  • 2024 – 79,471 miles
  • 2022 – 78,162 miles
  • 2021 – 74,742 miles
  • 2020 – 70,306 miles
  • 2019 – 62,242 miles
  • 2018 – 52,656 miles
  • 2017 – 48,158 miles
  • 2016 – 47,015 miles
  • 2015 – 44,378 miles
  • 2014 – 42,200 miles
  • 2013 – 39,399 miles
  • 2012 – 35,964 miles
  • 2011 – 31,543 miles
  • 2010 – 29,355 miles
  • 2009 – 26,772 miles
  • 2008 – 24,664 miles
  • 2007 – 22,113 miles
  • 2006 – 18,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,834 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump Gasket (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,834 miles (+4,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,834 miles
    Test number
    936615907329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump Gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,471 miles (+1,309)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    79,471 miles
    Test number
    318560349661
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer casing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,162 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,162 miles
    Test number
    164315788773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,153 miles (+3,411)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,153 miles
    Test number
    604217719814
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,742 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,742 miles
    Test number
    457212018253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,306 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,306 miles
    Test number
    837284786285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail70,302 miles (+22)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,302 miles
    Test number
    600281465103
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail70,280 miles (+8,038)8 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,280 miles
    Test number
    770017815723
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened strut top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened strut top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass62,242 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,242 miles
    Test number
    208183388456
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Strut top mount. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Retrofitted lamp on bonnet insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Strut top mount. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail62,242 miles (+9,586)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,242 miles
    Test number
    312562740695
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Strut top mount. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Retrofitted lamp on bonnet insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Strut top mount. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass52,656 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,656 miles
    Test number
    138866010917
    • AdvisoryOsf & nsf strut top mountings are starting to split .

  12. Fail52,655 miles (+4,497)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,655 miles
    Test number
    902018764849
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOsf & nsf strut top mountings are starting to split .

  13. Pass48,158 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,158 miles
    Test number
    967135438299
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both top strut mounts (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  14. Fail48,158 miles (+1,143)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,158 miles
    Test number
    674279039100
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both top strut mounts (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass47,015 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,015 miles
    Test number
    780133323129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended top strut mount (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended top strut mount (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail47,015 miles (+2,637)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,015 miles
    Test number
    237207059177
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended top strut mount (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended top strut mount (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass44,378 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,378 miles
    Test number
    676348515100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteRear washer inop

  18. Fail44,377 miles (+2,177)2 dangerous3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,377 miles
    Test number
    495634015126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteRear washer inop

  19. Pass42,200 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,200 miles
    Test number
    345109614168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin coming away

  20. Fail42,200 miles (+2,801)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,200 miles
    Test number
    449518114151
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin coming away

  21. Pass39,399 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    509823513152
    • NoteExhaust Rear Silencer deteriorated slightly

  22. Fail39,399 miles (+3,435)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    606923813112
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteExhaust Rear Silencer deteriorated slightly

  23. Pass35,964 miles (+4,421)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,964 miles
    Test number
    156582522141
    • NoteO/S/F and O/S/R tyres have light damage to side walls.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer and bracket rusty.

  24. Pass31,543 miles (+2,188)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,543 miles
    Test number
    678059411146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass29,355 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,355 miles
    Test number
    291572710183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail29,354 miles (+2,582)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,354 miles
    Test number
    234699600463
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass26,772 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,772 miles
    Test number
    132280919140
    • NoteCracking to outer side wall of n/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s/f wiper torn

  28. Fail26,766 miles (+2,102)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,766 miles
    Test number
    153484309140
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s/f wiper torn.but still clearing screen

  29. Pass24,664 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,664 miles
    Test number
    414479998098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,113 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,113 miles
    Test number
    692939007177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail22,112 miles (+4,083)3 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,112 miles
    Test number
    771258707185
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  32. Pass18,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,029 miles
    Test number
    333664716186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail18,029 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,029 miles
    Test number
    664801016152
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S20 OPA

Does S20 OPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 OPA expired on 7 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 OPA?
The MOT on S20 OPA expired on 7 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 OPA done?
S20 OPA was recorded at 83,834 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2025, an average of 3,509 miles a year.
Has S20 OPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 OPA has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S20 OPA 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 S20 OPA find?
S20 OPA passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal; oil leak, but not excessive sump gasket.

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