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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

S33 CHNMOT history

S33 CHN is a white petrol MINI first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

S33 CHN white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
73,039 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 CHN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 CHN was last recorded at 73,039 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,039 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,039 miles
  • 2025 – 71,113 miles
  • 2024 – 68,856 miles
  • 2023 – 66,459 miles
  • 2022 – 63,580 miles
  • 2021 – 61,267 miles
  • 2020 – 59,625 miles
  • 2019 – 57,313 miles
  • 2018 – 54,083 miles
  • 2017 – 45,962 miles
  • 2016 – 42,436 miles
  • 2015 – 39,399 miles
  • 2014 – 32,244 miles
  • 2013 – 27,014 miles
  • 2012 – 22,688 miles
  • 2011 – 16,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,039 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear subframe heavy surface corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,039 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    73,039 miles
    Test number
    427337826945
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear subframe heavy surface corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,039 miles (+1,926)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,039 miles
    Test number
    800478875753
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear subframe heavy surface corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,113 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    71,113 miles
    Test number
    804608302968
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear sub frame heavy surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail71,104 miles (+2,248)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,104 miles
    Test number
    264972784896
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split / smears (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass68,856 miles (+2,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,856 miles
    Test number
    891221701698
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,459 miles (+2,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,459 miles
    Test number
    166192683929
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,580 miles (+2,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    63,580 miles
    Test number
    397252090476
    • AdvisoryNearside inner track rod joint slight play @ steering rack
    • AdvisorySlight bind on rear brakes

  8. Pass61,267 miles (+1,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    61,267 miles
    Test number
    742482422722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass59,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    59,625 miles
    Test number
    591171462826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,625 miles (+2,312)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,625 miles
    Test number
    759344246763
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass57,313 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    57,313 miles
    Test number
    822560028869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,083 miles
    Test number
    895007648344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,083 miles (+8,121)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,083 miles
    Test number
    563926531152
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass45,962 miles (+3,526)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,962 miles
    Test number
    730283910847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,436 miles (+3,037)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,436 miles
    Test number
    744079121333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,399 miles (+7,155)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    715345705148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,244 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,244 miles
    Test number
    617898414189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,014 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,014 miles
    Test number
    665733093035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,688 miles (+5,722)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,688 miles
    Test number
    569621102178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,966 miles
    Test number
    455158811121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 CHN

Does S33 CHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 CHN is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 CHN?
The MOT on S33 CHN is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 CHN done?
S33 CHN was recorded at 73,039 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,770 miles a year.
Has S33 CHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 CHN has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 CHN 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 S33 CHN find?
S33 CHN passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear subframe heavy surface corroded.

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