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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

S50 GCBMOT history

S50 GCB is a blue petrol MINI first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 138,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

S50 GCB blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
138,071 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2021
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 GCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 GCB was last recorded at 138,071 miles on 15 Feb 2021, 5,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2016: 117,584 miles, lower than 117,586 miles on 13 May 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,492 miles · 31 May 2019
Between the last two tests
5,579 miles
Average per year
7,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 138,071 miles
  • 2019 – 132,492 miles
  • 2018 – 125,910 miles
  • 2017 – 118,888 miles
  • 2016 – 117,584 miles
  • 2015 – 112,940 miles
  • 2014 – 106,914 miles
  • 2013 – 101,511 miles
  • 2012 – 94,828 miles
  • 2011 – 88,461 miles
  • 2010 – 83,256 miles
  • 2009 – 77,306 miles
  • 2008 – 59,104 miles
  • 2007 – 39,316 miles
  • 2006 – 22,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front & rear suspension & brake system components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    692445892623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    647432285159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive small oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower fuel tank straps corroded

  3. FailMileage not read1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    277003877540
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive small oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower fuel tank straps corroded

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    587429977826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension & brake system components corroding

  5. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    920291598157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension & brake system components corroded

  6. FailMileage not read5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    914594672830
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside & offside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective nearside & offside deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension & brake system components corroded

  7. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    917550505285
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    769451042464
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked, 175/65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass138,071 miles (+5,579)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,071 miles
    Test number
    809862317080
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass132,492 miles (+6,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,492 miles
    Test number
    422608402518
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass125,910 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,910 miles
    Test number
    191499754328
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Fail125,910 miles (+7,022)3 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,910 miles
    Test number
    507432398771
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced front & rear (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass118,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,888 miles
    Test number
    770696286113
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  14. Fail118,888 miles (+1,304)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,888 miles
    Test number
    374399720442
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass117,584 miles (-2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    117,584 miles
    Test number
    191770926444
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail117,586 miles (+4,646)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,586 miles
    Test number
    289276797571
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass112,940 miles (+6,026)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,940 miles
    Test number
    276892915489
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass106,914 miles (+5,403)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,914 miles
    Test number
    217673914411
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  19. Fail101,511 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,511 miles
    Test number
    169724393004
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass101,511 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,511 miles
    Test number
    499644293077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,828 miles
    Test number
    119664692033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,828 miles (+6,367)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,828 miles
    Test number
    705634492048
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass88,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,461 miles
    Test number
    436291961023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail88,461 miles (+5,205)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,461 miles
    Test number
    988471461057
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass83,256 miles (+5,950)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,256 miles
    Test number
    134421890451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,306 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,306 miles
    Test number
    233930649496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass77,306 miles (+18,202)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    77,306 miles
    Test number
    251810549403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass59,104 miles (+19,788)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,104 miles
    Test number
    904205908188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,316 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,316 miles
    Test number
    683544737092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail39,225 miles (+16,476)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,225 miles
    Test number
    650710637078
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass22,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,749 miles
    Test number
    134664426046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S50 GCB

Does S50 GCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 GCB is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 GCB?
The MOT on S50 GCB is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 GCB done?
S50 GCB was recorded at 138,071 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2021, an average of 7,657 miles a year.
Has S50 GCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 GCB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S50 GCB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S50 GCB find?
S50 GCB passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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