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Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

S27 ESPMOT history

S27 ESP is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 7 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

S27 ESP yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2025
Mileage
95,008 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 ESP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S27 ESP was last recorded at 95,008 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 1,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,579 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,429 miles
Average per year
4,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,008 miles
  • 2024 – 93,579 miles
  • 2023 – 92,946 miles
  • 2022 – 88,571 miles
  • 2021 – 83,324 miles
  • 2020 – 82,254 miles
  • 2019 – 80,553 miles
  • 2018 – 77,512 miles
  • 2017 – 73,906 miles
  • 2016 – 68,274 miles
  • 2015 – 64,405 miles
  • 2014 – 59,856 miles
  • 2013 – 55,129 miles
  • 2012 – 49,633 miles
  • 2011 – 43,350 miles
  • 2010 – 36,621 miles
  • 2009 – 28,079 miles
  • 2008 – 21,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,008 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,008 miles (+1,429)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,008 miles
    Test number
    792218727627
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass93,579 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,579 miles
    Test number
    492732635023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail93,578 miles (+632)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,578 miles
    Test number
    949037821816
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass92,946 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,946 miles
    Test number
    767640535580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,571 miles
    Test number
    642680008172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,571 miles (+5,247)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,571 miles
    Test number
    342074598910
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass83,324 miles (+1,070)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,324 miles
    Test number
    981681911679
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured brake pad wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  8. Pass82,254 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    375357289807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,553 miles (+3,041)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,553 miles
    Test number
    411206302559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,512 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,512 miles
    Test number
    620471083795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,906 miles (+5,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,906 miles
    Test number
    454181629291
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  12. Pass68,274 miles (+3,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,274 miles
    Test number
    760988264604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass64,405 miles (+4,549)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,405 miles
    Test number
    236413672086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has oil leak
  14. Pass59,856 miles (+4,727)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,856 miles
    Test number
    127208634230
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass55,129 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,129 miles
    Test number
    255330223227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Fail55,129 miles (+5,496)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,129 miles
    Test number
    265167213216
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass49,633 miles (+6,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,633 miles
    Test number
    298057132203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass43,350 miles (+6,729)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,350 miles
    Test number
    399362441494
    • NoteFront wiper blades torn
  19. Pass36,621 miles (+8,542)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,621 miles
    Test number
    521399730227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,079 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,079 miles
    Test number
    351914069208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,991 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,991 miles
    Test number
    240470978230
    • NoteJacking pad missing nearside front.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on outer edge
  22. Fail21,991 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,991 miles
    Test number
    524680378292
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteJacking pad missing nearside front.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about S27 ESP

Does S27 ESP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S27 ESP expired on 15 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S27 ESP?
The MOT on S27 ESP expired on 15 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S27 ESP done?
S27 ESP was recorded at 95,008 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 4,326 miles a year.
Has S27 ESP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 ESP has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S27 ESP 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 S27 ESP find?
S27 ESP failed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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