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Rover Mini

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 1,275 cc

S42 CVVMOT history

S42 CVV is a purple petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 51,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2025
Mileage
51,335 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2024
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
1,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 CVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 CVV was last recorded at 51,335 miles on 11 Oct 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,335 miles · 10 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 51,335 miles
  • 2023 – 50,415 miles
  • 2022 – 50,386 miles
  • 2021 – 50,268 miles
  • 2020 – 49,861 miles
  • 2019 – 48,353 miles
  • 2018 – 47,122 miles
  • 2017 – 46,568 miles
  • 2016 – 46,137 miles
  • 2015 – 45,529 miles
  • 2014 – 44,170 miles
  • 2013 – 43,770 miles
  • 2012 – 43,215 miles
  • 2011 – 41,935 miles
  • 2010 – 39,676 miles
  • 2009 – 36,281 miles
  • 2008 – 32,331 miles
  • 2007 – 28,767 miles
  • 2006 – 25,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,335 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

36 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,335 miles
    Test number
    261151366458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail51,335 miles (+920)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,335 miles
    Test number
    425494644945
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

  3. Pass50,415 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,415 miles
    Test number
    942105056431
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall/worn outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail50,400 miles (+14)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,400 miles
    Test number
    694595856535
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall/worn outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass50,386 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,386 miles
    Test number
    930858811021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail50,350 miles (+17)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,350 miles
    Test number
    615354598910
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail50,333 miles (+12)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,333 miles
    Test number
    446957297362
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail50,321 miles (+53)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,321 miles
    Test number
    488025554591
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested emissions not tested due to major blow of exhaust gases (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass50,268 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    50,268 miles
    Test number
    972444041311
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail50,256 miles (+395)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,256 miles
    Test number
    799914227064
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,861 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    49,861 miles
    Test number
    513315493620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,856 miles (+1,503)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,856 miles
    Test number
    103358403339
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass48,353 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,353 miles
    Test number
    808315256002
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension is riding on the bump stop

  14. Fail48,341 miles (+1,219)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,341 miles
    Test number
    223214750769
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension is riding on the bump stop

  15. Pass47,122 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,122 miles
    Test number
    672189063408
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension riding on bump stops

  16. Fail47,110 miles (+542)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,110 miles
    Test number
    879436791657
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn excessive play in radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension riding on bump stops

  17. Pass46,568 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    46,568 miles
    Test number
    568598943472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor corner, (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive floor corner, (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail46,566 miles (+429)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,566 miles
    Test number
    350364844212
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive lambda sensor is clipped to floor not fitted in exhaust!, (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corner, (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill, (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre was flat when vehicle was presented for test,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor corner, (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive floor corner, (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass46,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,137 miles
    Test number
    566706866066
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated starting to split (2.2.D.2d)

  20. Fail46,135 miles (+606)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,135 miles
    Test number
    662048950567
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort but handbrake ok (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated starting to split (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass45,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    224214077751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,529 miles (+1,359)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    237926734179
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass44,170 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    44,170 miles
    Test number
    255515054433
    • NoteSquare rear registration plate fitted.

  24. Fail44,168 miles (+398)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,168 miles
    Test number
    556775754122
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear service brake readings slightly low.
    • NoteN/s rear park brake reading slightly low compared to o/s.
    • NoteSquare rear registration plate fitted.

  25. Pass43,770 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,770 miles
    Test number
    116962363137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail43,768 miles (+553)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,768 miles
    Test number
    549389743114
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass43,215 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,215 miles
    Test number
    256161652453
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Fail43,213 miles (+1,278)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,213 miles
    Test number
    209730152160
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  29. Pass41,935 miles (+2,259)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,935 miles
    Test number
    338601751103
    • NoteCorrosion to rear subframe slight play in nsf and osr wheel bearings nsr suspension stiff

  30. Pass39,676 miles (+3,395)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,676 miles
    Test number
    532264640158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear subframe corroded general corrosion to slls underbody

  31. Pass36,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,281 miles
    Test number
    353533359111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail36,281 miles (+3,950)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,281 miles
    Test number
    160032259130
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  33. Pass32,331 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,331 miles
    Test number
    612012758169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass28,767 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,767 miles
    Test number
    470330357196
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

  35. Fail28,767 miles (+3,728)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,767 miles
    Test number
    321930157177
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

  36. Pass25,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,039 miles
    Test number
    110663256118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 CVV

Does S42 CVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 CVV expired on 11 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 CVV?
The MOT on S42 CVV expired on 11 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 CVV done?
S42 CVV was recorded at 51,335 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2024, an average of 1,432 miles a year.
Has S42 CVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 CVV has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S42 CVV 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 S42 CVV find?
S42 CVV passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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