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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

S40 UBSMOT history

S40 UBS is a red petrol MINI first used on 19 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 110,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

S40 UBS red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
110,091 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 UBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 UBS was last recorded at 110,091 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,084 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,007 miles
Average per year
5,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,091 miles
  • 2025 – 108,084 miles
  • 2024 – 107,230 miles
  • 2023 – 99,744 miles
  • 2021 – 99,084 miles
  • 2019 – 90,691 miles
  • 2018 – 81,360 miles
  • 2017 – 73,552 miles
  • 2016 – 63,729 miles
  • 2015 – 49,781 miles
  • 2014 – 43,117 miles
  • 2013 – 34,824 miles
  • 2012 – 30,908 miles
  • 2011 – 26,111 miles
  • 2010 – 16,085 miles
  • 2009 – 14,688 miles
  • 2008 – 11,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,091 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear tyre getting low in treads and worn on edges. 195/55 16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • All four inner wheel rims slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both rear exhaust rubbers split and slightly insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,091 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    110,091 miles
    Test number
    330138125912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail110,091 miles (+2,007)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,091 miles
    Test number
    722232776853
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Banjo bolt (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass108,084 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,084 miles
    Test number
    460703214883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low in treads and worn on edges. 195/55 16
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll four inner wheel rims slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubbers split and slightly insecure
  4. Fail108,082 miles (+852)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,082 miles
    Test number
    463598641079
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner wall. also getting low in treads and worn edges. 195.55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low in treads and worn on edges. 195/55 16
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll four inner wheel rims slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubbers split and slightly insecure
  5. Pass107,230 miles (+7,486)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,230 miles
    Test number
    176405635175
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S/F inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both sides front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads appear ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken and slightly insecure
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides rear and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
  6. Pass99,744 miles (+660)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,744 miles
    Test number
    648617480563
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both sides front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/F and O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads appear ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub-frames and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise and worn edges 195/55 r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass99,084 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    99,084 miles
    Test number
    553402450848
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail99,040 miles (+8,349)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,040 miles
    Test number
    351168987477
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator leaking coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Pass90,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,691 miles
    Test number
    324634314008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,691 miles (+9,331)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,691 miles
    Test number
    341065390122
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass81,360 miles (+7,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,360 miles
    Test number
    774847764745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass73,552 miles (+9,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,552 miles
    Test number
    359729868762
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
  13. Pass63,729 miles (+13,948)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    776129398723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,781 miles (+6,664)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,781 miles
    Test number
    195816405418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,117 miles (+8,293)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,117 miles
    Test number
    776960274064
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion rear exhaust box
  16. Pass34,824 miles (+3,916)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,824 miles
    Test number
    837380673087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,908 miles (+4,797)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,908 miles
    Test number
    717298562074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  18. Pass26,111 miles (+10,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,111 miles
    Test number
    635318961055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
  19. Pass16,085 miles (+1,397)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,085 miles
    Test number
    523368270048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,688 miles (+3,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    14,688 miles
    Test number
    752533219229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass11,389 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,389 miles
    Test number
    543957958153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail11,384 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,384 miles
    Test number
    593920558138
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S40 UBS

Does S40 UBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 UBS is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 UBS?
The MOT on S40 UBS is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 UBS done?
S40 UBS was recorded at 110,091 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,446 miles a year.
Has S40 UBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 UBS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 UBS 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 UBS find?
S40 UBS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive.

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