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MINI Countryman

Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 1,598 cc

S26 VLWMOT history

S26 VLW is a blue petrol MINI Countryman first used on 14 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 44,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

S26 VLW blue MINI Countryman – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
44,635 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 VLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Countryman
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
14 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 VLW was last recorded at 44,635 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 5,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
38,766 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,869 miles
Average per year
4,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,635 miles
  • 2025 – 38,766 miles
  • 2024 – 33,579 miles
  • 2023 – 29,075 miles
  • 2022 – 24,746 miles
  • 2021 – 20,638 miles
  • 2020 – 18,440 miles
  • 2019 – 14,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,635 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape

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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    758769051309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape

  2. Fail44,635 miles (+5,869)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    951750226579
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape

  3. Pass38,766 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    38,766 miles
    Test number
    283170433485
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake readings low on this side.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside

  4. Fail38,766 miles (+5,187)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,766 miles
    Test number
    490860817779
    • DangerousCentral Front Lower Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake readings low on this side.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside

  5. Pass33,579 miles (+4,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    33,579 miles
    Test number
    785995049671
    • AdvisoryOffside Front link bar dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass29,075 miles (+4,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    29,075 miles
    Test number
    111661042291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass24,746 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    24,746 miles
    Test number
    602247293869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass20,638 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    20,638 miles
    Test number
    559774418543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,440 miles (+3,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    18,440 miles
    Test number
    519291033351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass14,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    14,850 miles
    Test number
    515565960035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Questions about S26 VLW

Does S26 VLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 VLW is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 VLW?
The MOT on S26 VLW is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 VLW done?
S26 VLW was recorded at 44,635 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,215 miles a year.
Has S26 VLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 VLW has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 VLW 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 S26 VLW find?
S26 VLW passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; both rear tyres out of shape.

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