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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

S70 JHSMOT history

S70 JHS is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 129,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2023.

S70 JHS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2024
Mileage
129,325 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 JHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2024
Latest MOT test
3 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 JHS was last recorded at 129,325 miles on 3 May 2023, 175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,150 miles · 26 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
175 miles
Average per year
6,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,325 miles
  • 2021 – 129,150 miles
  • 2019 – 121,442 miles
  • 2018 – 116,925 miles
  • 2017 – 107,842 miles
  • 2015 – 106,956 miles
  • 2014 – 99,540 miles
  • 2013 – 87,351 miles
  • 2012 – 75,520 miles
  • 2011 – 62,698 miles
  • 2010 – 54,562 miles
  • 2009 – 47,788 miles
  • 2008 – 41,434 miles
  • 2007 – 34,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,325 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other visible

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine covered but no drips , or leak visible location on engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,325 miles (+175)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,325 miles
    Test number
    507967539777
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass129,150 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,150 miles
    Test number
    620617037000
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear sub frame/suspension components have signs of surface corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail129,146 miles (+7,704)3 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,146 miles
    Test number
    663179045137
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust secure but rattling against under-body brace bars, requires some adjustment
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs severely corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs severely corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear sub frames/ suspension components have some surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass121,442 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,442 miles
    Test number
    218425380841
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine covered but no drips , or leak visible location on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion to floor and components

  5. Fail121,442 miles (+4,517)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,442 miles
    Test number
    397837120839
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking tank has signs of a previous repair (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamps matched pair are not the same shape head lamps are of a differing internal shape, nearside believed to be incorrect (4.1.4 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low believed to be incorrect headlight , also damaged bonnet where lamp mounts (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine covered but no drips , or leak visible location on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion to floor and components

  6. Pass116,925 miles (+9,083)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    116,925 miles
    Test number
    222328463945
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,842 miles
    Test number
    499281021389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Fail107,842 miles (+886)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,842 miles
    Test number
    263910746662
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tread

  9. Pass106,956 miles (+7,416)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,956 miles
    Test number
    734004667696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,540 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,540 miles
    Test number
    299917304396
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass99,540 miles (+12,189)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,540 miles
    Test number
    826077904304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,351 miles (+11,831)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    87,351 miles
    Test number
    249307293272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,520 miles (+12,822)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    407275582226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,698 miles (+8,136)1 advisory11 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,698 miles
    Test number
    199668171220
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAll brake discs worn and pitted
    • NoteBoth front tyres edges worn and are close to legal limits
    • NoteCoil springs complete
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteHandbrake slight travel
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering pipe/hose wet with oil
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSteering column slight play
    • NoteSteering rack arms have slight play
    • NoteWipers slightly worn

  15. Pass54,562 miles (+6,774)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,562 miles
    Test number
    171829890294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,788 miles (+6,354)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,788 miles
    Test number
    131080809349
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteEngine manage ment light on

  17. Pass41,434 miles (+6,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,434 miles
    Test number
    564935798273
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass34,775 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,775 miles
    Test number
    823646797257
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge of tread, nearside front tyre worn on outer edge of tread.

Questions about S70 JHS

Does S70 JHS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S70 JHS expired on 2 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S70 JHS?
The MOT on S70 JHS expired on 2 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S70 JHS done?
S70 JHS was recorded at 129,325 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2023, an average of 6,090 miles a year.
Has S70 JHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 JHS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2021.
Has the mileage on S70 JHS 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 S70 JHS find?
S70 JHS passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2023 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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