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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

S31 AMYMOT history

S31 AMY is a blue petrol MINI first used on 27 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

S31 AMY blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,586 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 AMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 AMY was last recorded at 118,586 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 6,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,939 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,647 miles
Average per year
5,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,586 miles
  • 2025 – 111,939 miles
  • 2024 – 106,050 miles
  • 2023 – 100,019 miles
  • 2022 – 99,253 miles
  • 2021 – 98,694 miles
  • 2020 – 97,216 miles
  • 2019 – 96,091 miles
  • 2018 – 95,512 miles
  • 2017 – 94,919 miles
  • 2016 – 90,018 miles
  • 2015 – 81,795 miles
  • 2014 – 76,379 miles
  • 2013 – 70,907 miles
  • 2012 – 68,392 miles
  • 2011 – 61,455 miles
  • 2010 – 55,045 miles
  • 2009 – 50,207 miles
  • 2008 – 39,106 miles
  • 2007 – 19,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,586 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,586 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,586 miles
    Test number
    906195432234
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail118,586 miles (+6,647)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,586 miles
    Test number
    501965491413
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,939 miles (+5,889)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,939 miles
    Test number
    975551750684
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Nearside Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Offside Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play On Limit, replace asap (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit, replace asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,050 miles
    Test number
    279553328064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail106,048 miles (+6,029)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,048 miles
    Test number
    651475940166
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,019 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    545978087025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,253 miles (+559)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,253 miles
    Test number
    175992928954
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass98,694 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    98,694 miles
    Test number
    806220070230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail98,678 miles (+1,462)7 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,678 miles
    Test number
    114577128002
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,216 miles (+1,125)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,216 miles
    Test number
    294336280647
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass96,091 miles (+579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    281203926487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass95,512 miles (+593)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    340772060010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass94,919 miles (+4,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,919 miles
    Test number
    553026277881
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass90,018 miles (+8,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,018 miles
    Test number
    506678538901
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing and cracking

  15. Pass81,795 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,795 miles
    Test number
    609739995045
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail81,792 miles (+5,413)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,792 miles
    Test number
    338619695019
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass76,379 miles (+5,472)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,379 miles
    Test number
    168808994409
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass70,907 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,907 miles
    Test number
    435723413127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,906 miles (+2,514)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,906 miles
    Test number
    985882613138
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass68,392 miles (+6,937)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,392 miles
    Test number
    258511402310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,455 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,455 miles
    Test number
    757845091222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,045 miles (+4,838)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    481808580200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,207 miles (+11,101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,207 miles
    Test number
    742701909306
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust corroded.

  24. Pass39,106 miles (+19,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,106 miles
    Test number
    452977398293
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass19,340 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,340 miles
    Test number
    861977047296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,920 miles
    Test number
    512266717191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 AMY

Does S31 AMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 AMY is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 AMY?
The MOT on S31 AMY is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 AMY done?
S31 AMY was recorded at 118,586 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 5,269 miles a year.
Has S31 AMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 AMY has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 AMY 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 S31 AMY find?
S31 AMY passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to nearside rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to offside rear, and 5 more.

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