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Rover Mini

Red and White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S54 EECMOT history

S54 EEC is a red and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2025
Mileage
79,212 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 EEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 EEC was last recorded at 79,212 miles on 29 Apr 2024, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Aug 2018: 74,634 miles, lower than 117,378 miles on 11 Jan 2017.

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
79,166 miles · 28 May 2022
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
2,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 79,212 miles
  • 2022 – 79,166 miles
  • 2021 – 79,098 miles
  • 2019 – 78,372 miles
  • 2018 – 74,634 miles
  • 2017 – 117,378 miles
  • 2015 – 66,480 miles
  • 2013 – 66,344 miles
  • 2012 – 65,524 miles
  • 2011 – 63,122 miles
  • 2010 – 60,447 miles
  • 2009 – 57,094 miles
  • 2008 – 48,079 miles
  • 2007 – 35,033 miles
  • 2005 – 32,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,212 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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • General underbody corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,212 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    79,212 miles
    Test number
    463937617075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    192361302689
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail79,166 miles (+68)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    642902388655
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both. (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,098 miles (+726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,098 miles
    Test number
    818737020125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan has heavy corrosion. under body has general corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch area corroded

  5. Pass78,372 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,372 miles
    Test number
    941310557836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    164055304040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail74,634 miles (-42,744)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    227827690449
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,378 miles (+46,936)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,378 miles
    Test number
    994284940487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,442 miles (+3,962)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,442 miles
    Test number
    433737019849
    • 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 noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass66,480 miles (+136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,480 miles
    Test number
    295312087654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass66,344 miles (+820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,344 miles
    Test number
    357226753297
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass65,524 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,524 miles
    Test number
    316974712439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,520 miles (+2,398)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    327413912239
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  14. Pass63,122 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,122 miles
    Test number
    647032791119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,057 miles (+93)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,057 miles
    Test number
    406407981104
    • 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 Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  16. Fail62,964 miles (+2,517)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,964 miles
    Test number
    738912781150
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  17. Pass60,447 miles (+3,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,447 miles
    Test number
    314544110229
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,094 miles (+9,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,094 miles
    Test number
    883609619147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass48,079 miles (+13,046)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,079 miles
    Test number
    904776218176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,033 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,033 miles
    Test number
    202457417473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,115 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,115 miles
    Test number
    394725455288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass32,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    32,115 miles
    Test number
    513785255210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 EEC

Does S54 EEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S54 EEC expired on 28 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S54 EEC?
The MOT on S54 EEC expired on 28 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S54 EEC done?
S54 EEC was recorded at 79,212 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2024, an average of 2,528 miles a year.
Has S54 EEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 EEC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2022.
Has the mileage on S54 EEC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S54 EEC find?
S54 EEC passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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