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MINI (R57)

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S21 RERMOT history

S21 RER is a black diesel MINI (R57) first used on 16 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 123,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
123,059 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 RER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R57)
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 RER was last recorded at 123,059 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,054 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,059 miles
  • 2025 – 120,405 miles
  • 2024 – 115,261 miles
  • 2023 – 108,656 miles
  • 2022 – 101,313 miles
  • 2021 – 93,952 miles
  • 2020 – 88,024 miles
  • 2019 – 86,230 miles
  • 2018 – 68,236 miles
  • 2017 – 53,916 miles
  • 2016 – 38,030 miles
  • 2015 – 28,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,059 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTPMS Light onRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around turbo area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,059 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    123,059 miles
    Test number
    710092490220
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on

  2. Fail123,054 miles (+2,649)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,054 miles
    Test number
    793940573366
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on

  3. Pass120,405 miles (+5,144)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,405 miles
    Test number
    893073366562
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass115,261 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,261 miles
    Test number
    212072777333
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around turbo area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail115,255 miles (+6,599)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,255 miles
    Test number
    975518745940
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around turbo area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass108,656 miles (+7,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,656 miles
    Test number
    443760312301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass101,313 miles (+7,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,313 miles
    Test number
    714765630061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit and wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass93,952 miles (+5,928)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    645758115754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,024 miles (+1,794)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,024 miles
    Test number
    543131176458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,230 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,230 miles
    Test number
    120554659133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,048 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2020
    Odometer
    83,048 miles
    Test number
    902998781263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    787410966691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,181 miles (+10,945)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    754156685807
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass68,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,236 miles
    Test number
    252348698799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail68,236 miles (+14,320)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,236 miles
    Test number
    352325056762
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,916 miles (+15,886)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,916 miles
    Test number
    969323226974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,030 miles
    Test number
    264007755239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,030 miles (+9,979)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,030 miles
    Test number
    924127656945
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass28,051 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,051 miles
    Test number
    456618375070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,749 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,749 miles
    Test number
    518498365058
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S21 RER

Does S21 RER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 RER is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 RER?
The MOT on S21 RER is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 RER done?
S21 RER was recorded at 123,059 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 8,572 miles a year.
Has S21 RER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 RER has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 RER 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 S21 RER find?
S21 RER passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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