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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

S4 XVRMOT history

S4 XVR is a grey petrol MINI first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

S4 XVR grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,631 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 XVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 XVR was last recorded at 90,631 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,178 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,453 miles
Average per year
4,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,631 miles
  • 2025 – 89,178 miles
  • 2024 – 87,861 miles
  • 2023 – 85,747 miles
  • 2022 – 84,891 miles
  • 2021 – 80,632 miles
  • 2020 – 76,358 miles
  • 2019 – 72,751 miles
  • 2018 – 64,916 miles
  • 2017 – 57,373 miles
  • 2016 – 48,491 miles
  • 2015 – 43,806 miles
  • 2014 – 37,013 miles
  • 2013 – 29,223 miles
  • 2012 – 24,121 miles
  • 2011 – 19,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,631 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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel cap seal deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,631 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,631 miles
    Test number
    222910890597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    555688438066
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,178 miles (+1,317)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    586883602941
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking feed to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,861 miles
    Test number
    576779992887
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail87,861 miles (+2,114)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,861 miles
    Test number
    284370309464
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking rear of engine (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,747 miles (+856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,747 miles
    Test number
    217885612385
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,891 miles (+4,259)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    84,891 miles
    Test number
    247397673804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3 mm or less. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on less than 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 4 mm or less. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass80,632 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,632 miles
    Test number
    874537949563
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail80,630 miles (+4,272)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,630 miles
    Test number
    837621640928
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass76,358 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,358 miles
    Test number
    792745133696
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail76,278 miles (+3,527)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,278 miles
    Test number
    385268638896
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass72,751 miles (+7,835)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    417888399007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,916 miles (+7,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,916 miles
    Test number
    855108406821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass57,373 miles (+8,882)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,373 miles
    Test number
    785574867799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,491 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,491 miles
    Test number
    119300963516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,806 miles (+6,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,806 miles
    Test number
    565054605266
    • 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)

  17. Pass37,013 miles (+7,790)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,013 miles
    Test number
    106835604290
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass29,223 miles (+5,102)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,223 miles
    Test number
    679603103298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle fitted with plastic covers over outer sill panels...

  19. Pass24,121 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,121 miles
    Test number
    287472012289
    • NoteOsr tyre uneven wear across surfaces....

  20. Fail24,109 miles (+4,788)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,109 miles
    Test number
    907002312273
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOsr tyre uneven wear across surfaces....

  21. Pass19,321 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,321 miles
    Test number
    878792191150
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing uneven, have nails in treads and starting to crack
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing uneven 205/45/17
    • NoteWipers split

Questions about S4 XVR

Does S4 XVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 XVR is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 XVR?
The MOT on S4 XVR is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 XVR done?
S4 XVR was recorded at 90,631 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 4,832 miles a year.
Has S4 XVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 XVR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 XVR 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 S4 XVR find?
S4 XVR passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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