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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S53 CYGMOT history

S53 CYG is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 98,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2025
Mileage
98,922 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 CYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 CYG was last recorded at 98,922 miles on 13 Sept 2024, 125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,797 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
125 miles
Average per year
2,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,922 miles
  • 2023 – 98,797 miles
  • 2021 – 97,958 miles
  • 2019 – 97,648 miles
  • 2018 – 94,607 miles
  • 2015 – 94,079 miles
  • 2014 – 92,142 miles
  • 2013 – 88,406 miles
  • 2012 – 83,650 miles
  • 2011 – 76,898 miles
  • 2010 – 71,716 miles
  • 2009 – 70,488 miles
  • 2008 – 68,829 miles
  • 2007 – 61,277 miles
  • 2006 – 52,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,922 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,922 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,922 miles
    Test number
    3500789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,797 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    98,797 miles
    Test number
    2064280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,709 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,709 miles
    Test number
    1983555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,958 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,958 miles
    Test number
    783083412055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail97,951 miles (+3)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,951 miles
    Test number
    319335732882
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail97,948 miles (+300)2 dangerous20 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,948 miles
    Test number
    376429315172
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall. Perished to excess (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor/sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall perished to excess (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Upper Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Stabilizer mounting bushes (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs badly corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mount broken but exhaust secure
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor/fuel tank covered
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers require attention
  7. Pass97,648 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,648 miles
    Test number
    552790371720
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Seeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged/perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail97,648 miles (+3,041)10 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,648 miles
    Test number
    462637591906
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Att soon. leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear floor/sub-frame mounting area corroded
  9. Pass94,607 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    94,607 miles
    Test number
    716147196435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,597 miles (+518)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,597 miles
    Test number
    555800483330
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass94,079 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,079 miles
    Test number
    437454026926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,142 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,142 miles
    Test number
    127243424308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  13. Fail92,142 miles (+3,736)1 dangerous10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,142 miles
    Test number
    459774814368
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  14. Pass88,406 miles (+4,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,406 miles
    Test number
    809318393273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  15. Pass83,650 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,650 miles
    Test number
    657426772200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,418 miles (+6,520)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,418 miles
    Test number
    629035652275
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
  17. Pass76,898 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,898 miles
    Test number
    316585651277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,875 miles (+5,159)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,875 miles
    Test number
    406152041218
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Pass71,716 miles (+1,228)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,716 miles
    Test number
    511642160110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,488 miles
    Test number
    404358269162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,488 miles (+1,659)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,488 miles
    Test number
    820666569136
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass68,829 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,829 miles
    Test number
    970794868103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,828 miles (+7,551)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,828 miles
    Test number
    621932068148
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  24. Pass61,277 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,277 miles
    Test number
    520893527157
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  25. Fail61,277 miles (+9,218)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,277 miles
    Test number
    623292627177
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  26. Pass52,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    644094726194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,059 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    102513326113
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S53 CYG

Does S53 CYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S53 CYG expired on 12 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S53 CYG?
The MOT on S53 CYG expired on 12 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S53 CYG done?
S53 CYG was recorded at 98,922 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2024, an average of 2,552 miles a year.
Has S53 CYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 CYG has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S53 CYG 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 S53 CYG find?
S53 CYG passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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