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Blue and White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

S5 OBLMOT history

S5 OBL is a blue and white petrol MINI first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

S5 OBL blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,823 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 OBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 OBL was last recorded at 92,823 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 3,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,382 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,441 miles
Average per year
3,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,823 miles
  • 2025 – 89,382 miles
  • 2024 – 86,880 miles
  • 2023 – 82,588 miles
  • 2022 – 79,362 miles
  • 2021 – 78,056 miles
  • 2020 – 76,130 miles
  • 2019 – 73,379 miles
  • 2018 – 70,873 miles
  • 2017 – 68,111 miles
  • 2016 – 65,458 miles
  • 2015 – 62,752 miles
  • 2014 – 59,052 miles
  • 2013 – 53,952 miles
  • 2012 – 49,641 miles
  • 2011 – 46,045 miles
  • 2010 – 37,940 miles
  • 2009 – 34,318 miles
  • 2008 – 30,484 miles
  • 2007 – 26,774 miles
  • 2006 – 20,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,823 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,823 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,823 miles
    Test number
    162929778793
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,823 miles (+3,441)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,823 miles
    Test number
    431869425156
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,382 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,382 miles
    Test number
    388713970585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,880 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,880 miles
    Test number
    752270936016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,588 miles (+3,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,588 miles
    Test number
    288504781333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass79,362 miles (+1,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    141770405793
    • 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. Pass78,056 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    78,056 miles
    Test number
    314364152627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,130 miles (+2,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,130 miles
    Test number
    475459773537
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,379 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    327296549742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,873 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    791222752083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,111 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,111 miles
    Test number
    403184460598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,458 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,458 miles
    Test number
    263020856882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,752 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,752 miles
    Test number
    206168785454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,052 miles (+5,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,052 miles
    Test number
    379765964464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass53,952 miles (+4,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,952 miles
    Test number
    317333073422
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass49,641 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,641 miles
    Test number
    349672372247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,045 miles (+8,105)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,045 miles
    Test number
    788852371269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,940 miles (+3,622)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,940 miles
    Test number
    123967500229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,318 miles (+3,834)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,318 miles
    Test number
    602629899168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,484 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,484 miles
    Test number
    793565388107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,774 miles (+6,510)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,774 miles
    Test number
    250785297416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,264 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,264 miles
    Test number
    252199486141
    • NoteNear side front washer jet slow

Questions about S5 OBL

Does S5 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 OBL is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 OBL?
The MOT on S5 OBL is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 OBL done?
S5 OBL was recorded at 92,823 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 3,630 miles a year.
Has S5 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 OBL has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 OBL 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 OBL find?
S5 OBL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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