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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

S70 FAEMOT history

S70 FAE is a silver petrol MINI first used on 15 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2022.

S70 FAE silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2022
Mileage
130,975 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 FAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S70 FAE was last recorded at 130,975 miles on 21 Apr 2022, 8,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Oct 2014: 81,220 miles, lower than 83,135 miles on 13 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
122,786 miles · 18 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8,189 miles
Average per year
7,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,975 miles
  • 2021 – 122,786 miles
  • 2019 – 108,666 miles
  • 2018 – 100,418 miles
  • 2017 – 95,251 miles
  • 2016 – 89,672 miles
  • 2015 – 87,488 miles
  • 2014 – 81,220 miles
  • 2013 – 78,558 miles
  • 2012 – 71,540 miles
  • 2011 – 64,993 miles
  • 2010 – 58,214 miles
  • 2009 – 51,120 miles
  • 2008 – 39,176 miles
  • 2007 – 28,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail130,975 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll front indicator bulbs slightly discoloured
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop light not working
  • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox/middle pipe corroding
  • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly insecure
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside front fog light insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Main beam not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre getting low, has puncture and perishing
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
  • AdvisoryPosition lamps and headlight switch does not turn on or off lights

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail130,975 miles (+8,189)2 dangerous8 major2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,975 miles
    Test number
    352240165406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front indicator bulbs slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop light not working
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox/middle pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog light insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Main beam not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre getting low, has puncture and perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPosition lamps and headlight switch does not turn on or off lights

  2. Pass122,786 miles (+2)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,786 miles
    Test number
    300922648134
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail122,784 miles (+14,118)4 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,784 miles
    Test number
    323993721029
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass108,666 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,666 miles
    Test number
    149660401205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,664 miles (+8,246)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,664 miles
    Test number
    605682375242
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,418 miles (+5,167)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    177863102694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,251 miles (+5,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,251 miles
    Test number
    212903358867
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass89,672 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,672 miles
    Test number
    296750803910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,488 miles (+6,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,488 miles
    Test number
    446179633467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass81,220 miles (-1,915)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,220 miles
    Test number
    385073494485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,135 miles (+4,577)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,135 miles
    Test number
    779786184236
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass78,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    78,558 miles
    Test number
    219423273205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail78,558 miles (+7,018)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,558 miles
    Test number
    336883073249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass71,540 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,540 miles
    Test number
    759341792241
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail71,440 miles (+6,447)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,440 miles
    Test number
    419334582238
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass64,993 miles (+6,779)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    64,993 miles
    Test number
    597634591298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,214 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    58,214 miles
    Test number
    143310900384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,054 miles (+6,934)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,054 miles
    Test number
    320062690242
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass51,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,120 miles
    Test number
    941026179283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,120 miles (+11,944)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,120 miles
    Test number
    130181679288
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass39,176 miles (+11,108)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,176 miles
    Test number
    154856678282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,068 miles
    Test number
    831132587220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 FAE

Does S70 FAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S70 FAE expired on 17 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S70 FAE?
The MOT on S70 FAE expired on 17 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S70 FAE done?
S70 FAE was recorded at 130,975 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2022, an average of 7,081 miles a year.
Has S70 FAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 FAE has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S70 FAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S70 FAE find?
S70 FAE failed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 15 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 24 more.

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