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White · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

S31 MBTMOT history

S31 MBT is a white petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,236 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 MBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 MBT was last recorded at 90,236 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,289 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
947 miles
Average per year
2,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,236 miles
  • 2025 – 89,289 miles
  • 2024 – 88,610 miles
  • 2023 – 86,229 miles
  • 2022 – 85,454 miles
  • 2021 – 84,840 miles
  • 2020 – 82,838 miles
  • 2019 – 80,321 miles
  • 2018 – 77,198 miles
  • 2017 – 72,909 miles
  • 2016 – 68,811 miles
  • 2015 – 62,708 miles
  • 2014 – 57,067 miles
  • 2013 – 55,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,236 miles
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroding
  • AdvisoryFront under bonnet components obscuring testable itemsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoolant low

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.

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine bay components obscuring testable items.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,236 miles (+947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,236 miles
    Test number
    314385604613
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryFront under bonnet components obscuring testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  2. Pass89,289 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,289 miles
    Test number
    502510551796
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all subframe is corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail89,289 miles (+679)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,289 miles
    Test number
    304790896376
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits emmisions failed (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all subframe is corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,610 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,610 miles
    Test number
    792639003513
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront under bonnet components obscuring testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  5. Fail88,610 miles (+2,381)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,610 miles
    Test number
    925540196131
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront under bonnet components obscuring testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  6. Pass86,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    927499695891
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail86,229 miles (+775)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    976656217564
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,454 miles
    Test number
    830811274312
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  9. Fail85,451 miles (+611)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,451 miles
    Test number
    568464836682
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  10. Pass84,840 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,840 miles
    Test number
    471336288909
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  11. Fail84,837 miles (+1,999)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,837 miles
    Test number
    752590501529
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  12. Pass82,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    82,838 miles
    Test number
    463409494614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  13. Fail82,838 miles (+2,517)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,838 miles
    Test number
    322883529462
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  14. Pass80,321 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    80,321 miles
    Test number
    735692563923
    • AdvisoryEngine bay components obscuring testable items.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  15. Fail80,314 miles (+3,116)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,314 miles
    Test number
    845568751427
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay components obscuring testable items.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  16. Pass77,198 miles (+4,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,198 miles
    Test number
    392309696973
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

  17. Pass72,909 miles (+4,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    72,909 miles
    Test number
    301761495198
    • AdvisoryUnable to check some items due to engine covers and under trays

  18. Pass68,811 miles (+6,103)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,811 miles
    Test number
    245814655819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,708 miles (+5,641)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,708 miles
    Test number
    989518585019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass57,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,067 miles
    Test number
    178313894071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,067 miles (+1,453)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,067 miles
    Test number
    355710094046
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass55,614 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,614 miles
    Test number
    258823203067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front pads getting low.

Questions about S31 MBT

Does S31 MBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 MBT is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 MBT?
The MOT on S31 MBT is valid until 2 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 MBT done?
S31 MBT was recorded at 90,236 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 2,620 miles a year.
Has S31 MBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 MBT has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S31 MBT 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 MBT find?
S31 MBT passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front and rear suspension components corroding; front under bonnet components obscuring testable items; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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