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

S56 KBLMOT history

S56 KBL is a green and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 36,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
36,056 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2025
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S56 KBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
2 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S56 KBL was last recorded at 36,056 miles on 2 May 2025, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,042 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
1,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,056 miles
  • 2023 – 35,972 miles
  • 2022 – 35,863 miles
  • 2021 – 35,017 miles
  • 2020 – 33,838 miles
  • 2019 – 32,443 miles
  • 2018 – 31,163 miles
  • 2016 – 30,654 miles
  • 2015 – 28,850 miles
  • 2014 – 22,901 miles
  • 2013 – 22,868 miles
  • 2010 – 18,974 miles
  • 2007 – 12,681 miles
  • 2006 – 9,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,056 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 noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,056 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    36,056 miles
    Test number
    941444888730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail36,042 miles (+70)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,042 miles
    Test number
    889746628116
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coolant leak of the engine

  3. Pass35,972 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,972 miles
    Test number
    756646943015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail35,884 miles (+21)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,884 miles
    Test number
    926310750201
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail35,863 miles (+846)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,863 miles
    Test number
    579944212049
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor covered in filler/underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass35,017 miles (+1,179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    35,017 miles
    Test number
    679193292857
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis/ floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass33,838 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    33,838 miles
    Test number
    685059392054
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail33,838 miles (+1,395)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,838 miles
    Test number
    422532875888
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass32,443 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    32,443 miles
    Test number
    425921766239
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  10. Fail32,443 miles (+1,280)2 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,443 miles
    Test number
    795616020879
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  11. Pass31,163 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    869392280694
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill and floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill and floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail31,163 miles (+509)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    586288133156
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill and floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill and floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass30,654 miles (+1,804)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,654 miles
    Test number
    705951138771
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s floor / sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear panel and inner wheel arches corroded

  14. Pass28,850 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    28,850 miles
    Test number
    447901855010
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoot floor corroded
    • NoteN/s and o/s floor corroded

  15. Fail28,845 miles (+5,944)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,845 miles
    Test number
    826865545054
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoot floor corroded
    • NoteN/s and o/s floor corroded

  16. Pass22,901 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    22,901 miles
    Test number
    166449954028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,881 miles (+13)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,881 miles
    Test number
    186331654067
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass22,868 miles (+3,894)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    22,868 miles
    Test number
    957399333047
    • NoteCorrosion appearing to battery tray.
    • NoteCorrosion appearing to n/s/r floor/sill area.

  19. Pass18,974 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    18,974 miles
    Test number
    403451990092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,932 miles (+6,251)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,932 miles
    Test number
    821349970009
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass12,681 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,681 miles
    Test number
    970769527163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCondition of front floor

  22. Fail12,681 miles (+3,469)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,681 miles
    Test number
    551518627112
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteConndition of nearside front & offside front floor

  23. Pass9,212 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    9,212 miles
    Test number
    563819126197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worne on innre edge advise attention

Questions about S56 KBL

Does S56 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S56 KBL expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S56 KBL?
The MOT on S56 KBL expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S56 KBL done?
S56 KBL was recorded at 36,056 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2025, an average of 1,414 miles a year.
Has S56 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S56 KBL has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S56 KBL 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 S56 KBL find?
S56 KBL passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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