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Rover Mini

Gold · Petrol · 2003 · 1,275 cc

S22 VGNMOT history

S22 VGN is a gold petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 70,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

S22 VGN gold Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
70,439 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S22 VGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S22 VGN was last recorded at 70,439 miles on 5 May 2026, 289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,150 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
289 miles
Average per year
2,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,439 miles
  • 2025 – 70,150 miles
  • 2024 – 69,511 miles
  • 2023 – 69,118 miles
  • 2022 – 68,654 miles
  • 2021 – 67,816 miles
  • 2019 – 66,829 miles
  • 2018 – 65,749 miles
  • 2017 – 65,237 miles
  • 2016 – 64,687 miles
  • 2015 – 63,910 miles
  • 2014 – 63,336 miles
  • 2013 – 62,725 miles
  • 2012 – 61,432 miles
  • 2011 – 55,903 miles
  • 2010 – 47,052 miles
  • 2009 – 38,156 miles
  • 2008 – 30,439 miles
  • 2007 – 24,673 miles
  • 2006 – 18,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,439 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Slight oil leak on engine

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,439 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    258032918860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,150 miles (+18)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    505148122417
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi outer cover damaged
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil close to minimum
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on gearbox

  3. Fail70,132 miles (+621)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,132 miles
    Test number
    973157612780
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi outer cover damaged
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil close to minimum
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass69,511 miles (+393)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,511 miles
    Test number
    577252650186
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi outer cover damaged
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass69,118 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,118 miles
    Test number
    836390415216
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi outer cover damaged but not blowing
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail69,118 miles (+464)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,118 miles
    Test number
    384964464118
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexi outer cover damaged but not blowing
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on gearbox
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass68,654 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    68,654 miles
    Test number
    703219619019
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail68,654 miles (+838)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,654 miles
    Test number
    743651195940
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass67,816 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,816 miles
    Test number
    276146556352
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail67,815 miles (+986)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,815 miles
    Test number
    344630738558
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass66,829 miles (+26)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    203108872568
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Fail66,803 miles (+1,054)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,803 miles
    Test number
    496672552947
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point on inner sill chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Pass65,749 miles (+56)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,749 miles
    Test number
    852138248458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi damaged

  14. Fail65,693 miles (+456)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,693 miles
    Test number
    395008523708
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi damaged

  15. Pass65,237 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,237 miles
    Test number
    273651567563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,236 miles (+549)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,236 miles
    Test number
    284235483960
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  17. Pass64,687 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,687 miles
    Test number
    593193623353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,910 miles
    Test number
    447903555176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,910 miles (+574)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,910 miles
    Test number
    809753055112
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass63,336 miles (+611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,336 miles
    Test number
    167175854107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass62,725 miles (+1,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,725 miles
    Test number
    245787253427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Pass61,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    697812952104
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail61,424 miles (+5,521)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,424 miles
    Test number
    106162952181
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass55,903 miles (+8,851)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,903 miles
    Test number
    185207741177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,052 miles (+8,896)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,052 miles
    Test number
    392167660028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,156 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    641768269085
    • NoteBoth headlamp reflectors slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in all ball joints

  27. Fail38,156 miles (+7,717)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,156 miles
    Test number
    730825769072
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlamp reflectors slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in all ball joints

  28. Pass30,439 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,439 miles
    Test number
    120906768023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s and n/s headlight reflectors poor condition

  29. Fail30,439 miles (+5,766)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,439 miles
    Test number
    121016468476
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s and n/s headlight reflectors poor condition

  30. Pass24,673 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,673 miles
    Test number
    320259467082
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  31. Fail24,639 miles (+6,440)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,639 miles
    Test number
    352157767014
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  32. Pass18,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,199 miles
    Test number
    192719656440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail18,199 miles1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,199 miles
    Test number
    272098056058
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteH/b cable rusted sound at time of test

Questions about S22 VGN

Does S22 VGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S22 VGN is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S22 VGN?
The MOT on S22 VGN is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S22 VGN done?
S22 VGN was recorded at 70,439 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,588 miles a year.
Has S22 VGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S22 VGN has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S22 VGN 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 S22 VGN find?
S22 VGN passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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