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Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

S40 BCKMOT history

S40 BCK is a silver petrol MINI first used on 15 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

S40 BCK silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
118,842 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 BCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 BCK was last recorded at 118,842 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 1,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,649 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,193 miles
Average per year
6,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,842 miles
  • 2025 – 117,649 miles
  • 2024 – 109,008 miles
  • 2023 – 108,967 miles
  • 2022 – 105,888 miles
  • 2021 – 101,278 miles
  • 2020 – 96,131 miles
  • 2019 – 89,165 miles
  • 2018 – 83,514 miles
  • 2017 – 83,498 miles
  • 2015 – 79,788 miles
  • 2014 – 77,692 miles
  • 2013 – 50,359 miles
  • 2012 – 26,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,842 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside has been undersealed

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front exhaust slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wish bone rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,842 miles (+1,193)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    118,842 miles
    Test number
    718706014857
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has been undersealed

  2. Pass117,649 miles (+8,641)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,649 miles
    Test number
    206757869998
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass109,008 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,008 miles
    Test number
    864523404529
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,008 miles (+41)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,008 miles
    Test number
    872779270081
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail108,967 miles (+3,079)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,967 miles
    Test number
    325652574571
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which significantly reduces light intensity Full with water (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window not going down
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer side skirt loose
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass105,888 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    105,888 miles
    Test number
    669799762450
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail105,888 miles (+4,610)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,888 miles
    Test number
    493064672368
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass101,278 miles (+5,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    101,278 miles
    Test number
    142874732336
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,131 miles (+6,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,131 miles
    Test number
    513183101269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass89,165 miles (+5,651)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,165 miles
    Test number
    961814871780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,514 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,514 miles
    Test number
    180197053279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,513 miles (+15)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,513 miles
    Test number
    498952254929
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass83,498 miles (+3,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,498 miles
    Test number
    845403945972
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass79,788 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,788 miles
    Test number
    731702000651
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty

  15. Fail79,788 miles (+2,096)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,788 miles
    Test number
    106562397094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty

  16. Pass77,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    108464354128
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail77,692 miles (+27,333)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    916674854156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass50,359 miles (+23,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,359 miles
    Test number
    249673423406
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass26,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    26,421 miles
    Test number
    496242412280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 BCK

Does S40 BCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 BCK is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 BCK?
The MOT on S40 BCK is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 BCK done?
S40 BCK was recorded at 118,842 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 6,792 miles a year.
Has S40 BCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 BCK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 BCK 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 S40 BCK find?
S40 BCK passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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