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Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

S6 VYHMOT history

S6 VYH is a red petrol MINI first used on 30 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 112,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

S6 VYH red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
112,020 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 VYH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 VYH was last recorded at 112,020 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,019 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,020 miles
  • 2025 – 104,713 miles
  • 2024 – 92,351 miles
  • 2022 – 86,171 miles
  • 2021 – 81,693 miles
  • 2020 – 80,893 miles
  • 2019 – 75,416 miles
  • 2018 – 70,147 miles
  • 2017 – 63,589 miles
  • 2016 – 58,277 miles
  • 2015 – 52,668 miles
  • 2014 – 47,843 miles
  • 2013 – 38,790 miles
  • 2012 – 30,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,020 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,020 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    112,020 miles
    Test number
    365341019130
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail112,019 miles (+7,306)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,019 miles
    Test number
    664352282307
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass104,713 miles (+155)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,713 miles
    Test number
    298111828062
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Fail104,558 miles (+12,207)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,558 miles
    Test number
    150852608494
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Pass92,351 miles (+6,180)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,351 miles
    Test number
    983624925495
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,171 miles (+48)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,171 miles
    Test number
    485665924818
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lamp

  7. Fail86,123 miles (+4,430)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,123 miles
    Test number
    831692108556
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lamp

  8. Pass81,693 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,693 miles
    Test number
    399856487764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,688 miles (+795)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,688 miles
    Test number
    922544537340
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass80,893 miles (+5,477)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,893 miles
    Test number
    459574043603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,416 miles (+5,269)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,416 miles
    Test number
    179848443356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,147 miles (+6,558)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,147 miles
    Test number
    685642903162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,589 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,589 miles
    Test number
    760582316620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,277 miles (+5,609)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,277 miles
    Test number
    156900656642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,668 miles (+4,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,668 miles
    Test number
    559904359885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade split

  16. Pass47,843 miles (+9,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,843 miles
    Test number
    407761704488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass38,790 miles (+7,934)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,790 miles
    Test number
    238478943404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,856 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,856 miles
    Test number
    807842622126
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass30,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,856 miles
    Test number
    856522722117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 VYH

Does S6 VYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 VYH is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 VYH?
The MOT on S6 VYH is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 VYH done?
S6 VYH was recorded at 112,020 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 5,614 miles a year.
Has S6 VYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 VYH has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 VYH 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 S6 VYH find?
S6 VYH passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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