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Blue and White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

S3 SGNMOT history

S3 SGN is a blue and white petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 144,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

S3 SGN blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
144,093 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 SGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 SGN was last recorded at 144,093 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,218 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
875 miles
Average per year
5,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,093 miles
  • 2025 – 143,218 miles
  • 2024 – 142,397 miles
  • 2023 – 141,392 miles
  • 2022 – 141,040 miles
  • 2021 – 139,674 miles
  • 2020 – 139,138 miles
  • 2019 – 138,442 miles
  • 2018 – 136,748 miles
  • 2017 – 132,596 miles
  • 2016 – 128,928 miles
  • 2015 – 125,278 miles
  • 2014 – 121,390 miles
  • 2013 – 117,998 miles
  • 2012 – 114,291 miles
  • 2011 – 111,610 miles
  • 2010 – 90,314 miles
  • 2009 – 70,528 miles
  • 2008 – 56,549 miles
  • 2007 – 41,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,093 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps only just show beam images (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront front bumper cover loose. Doesn't appear to have any fixings along bottom
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a cut very close to showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and appears very uneven (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear brake pipes corroded on bends (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Engine oil level low

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,093 miles (+875)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    144,093 miles
    Test number
    502191099015
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps only just show beam images (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front bumper cover loose. Doesn't appear to have any fixings along bottom
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a cut very close to showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and appears very uneven (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear brake pipes corroded on bends (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass143,218 miles (+15)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,218 miles
    Test number
    697276421860
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail143,203 miles (+806)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,203 miles
    Test number
    779635309106
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear also stepping out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass142,397 miles (+1,005)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    142,397 miles
    Test number
    181692805587
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  5. Pass141,392 miles (+352)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    141,392 miles
    Test number
    974037827337
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,040 miles (+1,366)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    528083147365
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have uneven wear on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  7. Pass139,674 miles (+536)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    139,674 miles
    Test number
    195288921203
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn lumpy on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass139,138 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    139,138 miles
    Test number
    526646464658
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive slight power steering oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail139,138 miles (+696)3 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,138 miles
    Test number
    206133052974
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive slight power steering oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,442 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    138,442 miles
    Test number
    717772411997
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT BOTTOM JOINT RUBBER PERISHED

  11. Fail138,439 miles (+1,691)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,439 miles
    Test number
    866183479307
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm PLUS CORDS SHOWING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT BOTTOM JOINT RUBBER PERISHED

  12. Pass136,748 miles (+372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,748 miles
    Test number
    148494771234
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT INNER C/V BOOT PERISHED AND GETTING THIN

  13. Pass136,376 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    484014525485
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT INNER C/V BOOT PERISHED AND GETTING THIN
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR INNER PAD GETTING LOW

  14. Fail136,376 miles (+3,780)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    707530430661
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT INNER C/V BOOT PERISHED AND GETTING THIN
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR INNER PAD GETTING LOW

  15. Pass132,596 miles (+3,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    132,596 miles
    Test number
    912387848738
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST SILENCER SLIGHTLY BLOWING

  16. Pass128,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,928 miles
    Test number
    874689147530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail128,925 miles (+3,647)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,925 miles
    Test number
    482896807783
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back silencer (7.1.2)

  18. Pass125,278 miles (+3,888)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    125,278 miles
    Test number
    577826575086
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass121,390 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,390 miles
    Test number
    409157974020
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust sytsem corroded

  20. Fail121,390 miles (+3,392)1 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,390 miles
    Test number
    987367774004
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust sytsem corroded

  21. Pass117,998 miles (+3,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    117,998 miles
    Test number
    169634083019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  22. Pass114,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    114,291 miles
    Test number
    298847062130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,291 miles (+27)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,291 miles
    Test number
    986847462116
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail114,264 miles (+289)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,264 miles
    Test number
    867606432150
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail113,975 miles (+2,365)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,975 miles
    Test number
    436277012178
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass111,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    111,610 miles
    Test number
    417707051259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail111,610 miles (+21,296)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,610 miles
    Test number
    448807051201
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass90,314 miles (+19,786)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,314 miles
    Test number
    424168750270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,528 miles (+13,979)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,528 miles
    Test number
    373337259495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass56,549 miles (+14,782)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,549 miles
    Test number
    664856258260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,767 miles
    Test number
    620997057256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 SGN

Does S3 SGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 SGN is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 SGN?
The MOT on S3 SGN is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 SGN done?
S3 SGN was recorded at 144,093 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 5,427 miles a year.
Has S3 SGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 SGN has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 SGN 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 S3 SGN find?
S3 SGN passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps only just show beam images; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front front bumper cover loose. doesn't appear to have any fixings along bottom, and 3 more.

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