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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

S70 VRTMOT history

S70 VRT is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2021.

S70 VRT yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2022
Mileage
93,639 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 VRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 VRT was last recorded at 93,639 miles on 22 Dec 2021, 2,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,243 miles · 24 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
2,396 miles
Average per year
5,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 93,639 miles
  • 2020 – 91,243 miles
  • 2019 – 82,540 miles
  • 2018 – 78,322 miles
  • 2017 – 73,708 miles
  • 2016 – 71,308 miles
  • 2015 – 70,355 miles
  • 2014 – 69,690 miles
  • 2013 – 68,591 miles
  • 2012 – 66,876 miles
  • 2011 – 64,423 miles
  • 2010 – 50,028 miles
  • 2009 – 44,954 miles
  • 2008 – 34,415 miles
  • 2007 – 26,645 miles
  • 2006 – 9,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,639 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,639 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,639 miles
    Test number
    935932591082
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,656 miles (+2,413)1 major2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,656 miles
    Test number
    760671277667
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,243 miles (+8,703)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,243 miles
    Test number
    339250026716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,540 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,540 miles
    Test number
    973648531422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail82,527 miles (+4,205)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,527 miles
    Test number
    101276298293
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,322 miles
    Test number
    789500729296
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail78,321 miles (+4,613)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,321 miles
    Test number
    168075356351
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass73,708 miles (+2,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,708 miles
    Test number
    243580585488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wiper blade deteriorated

  9. Pass71,308 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,308 miles
    Test number
    866017547451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,051 miles (+696)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,051 miles
    Test number
    811472666357
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes excess grease (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cut in sidewalls/tread
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer offside internals noisy

  11. Pass70,355 miles (+665)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,355 miles
    Test number
    576767825100
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes rusty
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes rusty
    • NotePlay in steering rack

  12. Pass69,690 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,690 miles
    Test number
    428541304131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,591 miles (+1,715)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,591 miles
    Test number
    287109013104
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch missing
    • NoteRear exhaust silencers corroded and weak

  14. Pass66,876 miles (+2,453)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,876 miles
    Test number
    459342632178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion throughout exhaust system
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer mounting bracket corroded and weak
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre damaged on sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe rusty

  15. Fail64,423 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,423 miles
    Test number
    275520171039
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting close to legal limit(nearside wearing on outer edge)
    • NoteSmall chip on windscreen nearside

  16. Pass64,423 miles (+14,395)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,423 miles
    Test number
    528670971049
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting close to legal limit(nearside wearing on outer edge)
    • NoteSmall chip on windscreen nearside

  17. Pass50,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,028 miles
    Test number
    902784550099
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail50,028 miles (+5,074)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,028 miles
    Test number
    951874650007
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass44,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,954 miles
    Test number
    883686279067
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail44,954 miles (+10,539)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,954 miles
    Test number
    991105079061
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass34,415 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,415 miles
    Test number
    741056168019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,403 miles (+7,758)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,403 miles
    Test number
    450785568002
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass26,645 miles (+17,084)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,645 miles
    Test number
    700663477037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,561 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,561 miles
    Test number
    783060786029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,546 miles
    Test number
    170645076402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 VRT

Does S70 VRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S70 VRT expired on 21 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S70 VRT?
The MOT on S70 VRT expired on 21 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S70 VRT done?
S70 VRT was recorded at 93,639 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2021, an average of 5,332 miles a year.
Has S70 VRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 VRT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S70 VRT 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 VRT find?
S70 VRT passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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