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Turquoise · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

S5 JEMMOT history

S5 JEM is a turquoise petrol MINI first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 103,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

S5 JEM turquoise MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,474 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 JEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 JEM was last recorded at 103,474 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,502 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
972 miles
Average per year
4,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,474 miles
  • 2025 – 102,502 miles
  • 2022 – 96,791 miles
  • 2021 – 83,947 miles
  • 2020 – 71,154 miles
  • 2019 – 67,160 miles
  • 2018 – 65,229 miles
  • 2017 – 57,607 miles
  • 2016 – 46,188 miles
  • 2015 – 44,058 miles
  • 2014 – 42,192 miles
  • 2012 – 37,380 miles
  • 2011 – 32,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,474 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,474 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,474 miles
    Test number
    321814393938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,502 miles (+5,711)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,502 miles
    Test number
    770898078729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,791 miles (+12,844)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    96,791 miles
    Test number
    143011943338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,947 miles (+12,793)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,947 miles
    Test number
    480136980623
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view numerous small chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass71,154 miles (+3,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    71,154 miles
    Test number
    254572179170
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape
  6. Pass67,160 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,160 miles
    Test number
    255813846855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail67,144 miles (+1,915)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,144 miles
    Test number
    476065752558
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass65,229 miles (+7,622)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,229 miles
    Test number
    610560551919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,607 miles (+11,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,607 miles
    Test number
    995254422066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySill covers /under trays
  10. Pass46,188 miles (+2,130)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,188 miles
    Test number
    435776924539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,058 miles (+1,866)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,058 miles
    Test number
    456748145031
    • NoteBoth front tyres are bold from the edges
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades are torn
    • NoteRear discs are corroded from the inner side
  12. Pass42,192 miles (+4,812)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,192 miles
    Test number
    789038734069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,380 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,380 miles
    Test number
    869028752032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,028 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,028 miles
    Test number
    197753871080
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

Questions about S5 JEM

Does S5 JEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 JEM is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 JEM?
The MOT on S5 JEM is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 JEM done?
S5 JEM was recorded at 103,474 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,734 miles a year.
Has S5 JEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 JEM has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on S5 JEM 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 S5 JEM find?
S5 JEM passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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