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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

S718 TWFMOT history

S718 TWF is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 11 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
78,878 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S718 TWF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S718 TWF was last recorded at 78,878 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,878 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,878 miles
  • 2022 – 78,781 miles
  • 2021 – 78,738 miles
  • 2020 – 78,701 miles
  • 2019 – 78,418 miles
  • 2018 – 78,253 miles
  • 2017 – 77,934 miles
  • 2015 – 77,527 miles
  • 2014 – 77,313 miles
  • 2011 – 77,294 miles
  • 2010 – 74,635 miles
  • 2009 – 72,268 miles
  • 2008 – 67,984 miles
  • 2007 – 63,162 miles
  • 2006 – 60,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,878 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,878 miles
    Test number
    362862044751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,878 miles (+97)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,878 miles
    Test number
    259562690653
    • DangerousFront Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,781 miles
    Test number
    457280274412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,780 miles (+42)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,780 miles
    Test number
    882360363816
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail78,738 miles (+37)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    533936895366
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S/F corner of floor/ inner sill. Small hole. Structural rigidity not significantly reduced. Corrosion more than 30cm from subframe mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass78,701 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    78,701 miles
    Test number
    386161686061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,699 miles (+281)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    836090876173
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel low (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,418 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    78,418 miles
    Test number
    584659374876
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing indicators (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail78,416 miles (+163)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,416 miles
    Test number
    828771088971
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing indicators (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    346475524918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,250 miles (+316)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    434353316075
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass77,934 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,934 miles
    Test number
    795989459980
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable rusty

  13. Fail77,933 miles (+406)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,933 miles
    Test number
    692541627134
    • FailureLower Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) column area (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable rusty

  14. Pass77,527 miles (+214)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,527 miles
    Test number
    670238369530
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension low
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass77,313 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,313 miles
    Test number
    157603504375
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail77,310 miles (+16)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,310 miles
    Test number
    858962604383
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass77,294 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,294 miles
    Test number
    167277641148
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail77,294 miles (+2,659)3 failures4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,294 miles
    Test number
    266727331470
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass74,635 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,635 miles
    Test number
    174405300200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,634 miles (+2,366)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    780632300256
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass72,268 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,268 miles
    Test number
    224161189466
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  22. Fail72,267 miles (+4,283)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,267 miles
    Test number
    172177679191
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

  23. Pass67,984 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,984 miles
    Test number
    843325488168
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail67,978 miles (+4,816)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,978 miles
    Test number
    460184488179
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass63,162 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,162 miles
    Test number
    963139457180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,159 miles (+2,851)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,159 miles
    Test number
    804857657112
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake pipe (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • NoteEngine smokey
    • NoteExhaust repaired fron pipe area

  27. Pass60,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,308 miles
    Test number
    191605966177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S718 TWF

Does S718 TWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S718 TWF expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S718 TWF?
The MOT on S718 TWF expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S718 TWF done?
S718 TWF was recorded at 78,878 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 985 miles a year.
Has S718 TWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S718 TWF has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S718 TWF 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 S718 TWF find?
S718 TWF passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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