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Orange · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

S5 KJAMOT history

S5 KJA is an orange petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 98,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,598 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 KJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 KJA was last recorded at 98,598 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,922 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
676 miles
Average per year
2,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,598 miles
  • 2025 – 97,922 miles
  • 2024 – 97,230 miles
  • 2011 – 89,813 miles
  • 2010 – 74,797 miles
  • 2009 – 67,981 miles
  • 2008 – 58,256 miles
  • 2007 – 52,971 miles
  • 2006 – 49,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,598 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,598 miles (+676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    952060139405
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,922 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,922 miles
    Test number
    182862823435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,230 miles
    Test number
    857093522335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,230 miles (+7,417)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,230 miles
    Test number
    675250222663
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,813 miles (+482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    89,813 miles
    Test number
    908553281252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  6. Fail89,331 miles (+14,534)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,331 miles
    Test number
    395389461266
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag light on

  7. Pass74,797 miles (+6,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,797 miles
    Test number
    213075540281
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass67,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,981 miles
    Test number
    273109989408
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Fail67,981 miles (+9,725)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,981 miles
    Test number
    201317789118
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass58,256 miles (+50)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,256 miles
    Test number
    403173918161
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside headlight slightly insecure
    • NoteOffside headlight slightly insecure

  11. Fail58,206 miles (+5,235)2 dangerous13 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,206 miles
    Test number
    594612008137
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNearside headlight slightly insecure
    • NoteOffside headlight slightly insecure

  12. Pass52,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,971 miles
    Test number
    370120307168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,971 miles (+3,964)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,971 miles
    Test number
    902370907188
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass49,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,007 miles
    Test number
    221783306130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 KJA

Does S5 KJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 KJA is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 KJA?
The MOT on S5 KJA is valid until 1 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 KJA done?
S5 KJA was recorded at 98,598 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 2,484 miles a year.
Has S5 KJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 KJA has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S5 KJA 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 KJA find?
S5 KJA passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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