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Multi-colour · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S748 JJMMOT history

S748 JJM is a multi-colour petrol Rover Mini first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 61,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2023
Mileage
61,467 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S748 JJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S748 JJM was last recorded at 61,467 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,029 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
438 miles
Average per year
2,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 61,467 miles
  • 2022 – 61,029 miles
  • 2021 – 55,176 miles
  • 2020 – 51,375 miles
  • 2019 – 46,768 miles
  • 2018 – 39,990 miles
  • 2017 – 32,313 miles
  • 2016 – 28,983 miles
  • 2015 – 28,858 miles
  • 2010 – 27,965 miles
  • 2009 – 18,277 miles
  • 2008 – 16,277 miles
  • 2007 – 14,519 miles
  • 2006 – 13,211 miles
  • 2005 – 11,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail61,467 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake quadrants sized
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail61,467 miles (+438)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,467 miles
    Test number
    980848138580
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake quadrants sized
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass61,029 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    61,029 miles
    Test number
    979633456505
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail61,029 miles (+5,853)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,029 miles
    Test number
    176622513009
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component insecurely attached cup (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass55,176 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    55,176 miles
    Test number
    313570037126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail55,176 miles (+3,801)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,176 miles
    Test number
    579925321195
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail peardrop (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement handbrake (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement handbrake (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass51,375 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,375 miles
    Test number
    609096788119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front outer sills outside perscribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber incorrect fitment

  7. Fail51,375 miles (+4,607)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,375 miles
    Test number
    371761384237
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn peardrop mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement quadrant (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front outer sills outside perscribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber incorrect fitment
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,768 miles (+111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,768 miles
    Test number
    157284516575
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front and rear suspension slightly lower than the n/s.

  9. Fail46,657 miles (+6,667)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,657 miles
    Test number
    235738423872
    • MajorBrake pivot has restricted free movement Both rear, seized (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front and rear suspension slightly lower than the n/s.

  10. Pass39,990 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,990 miles
    Test number
    748898801580
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail39,990 miles (+7,677)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,990 miles
    Test number
    588294978671
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass32,313 miles (+3,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,313 miles
    Test number
    853413211589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass28,983 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,983 miles
    Test number
    721116998363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,858 miles (+893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,858 miles
    Test number
    259642505075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass27,965 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,965 miles
    Test number
    434142120283
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f floor pan around jacking point.

  16. Fail27,954 miles (+9,677)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,954 miles
    Test number
    490332120288
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f floor pan around jacking point.

  17. Pass18,277 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    18,277 miles
    Test number
    512009919240
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s headlight aim on upper limit
    • NotePassenger front seat loose but still secure
    • NoteSlight play both front wheel bearings

  18. Fail18,277 miles (+2,000)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,277 miles
    Test number
    793779919249
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s headlight aim on upper limit
    • NotePassenger front seat loose but still secure
    • NoteSlight play both front wheel bearings

  19. Pass16,277 miles (+1,758)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,277 miles
    Test number
    191821238245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth catalytic converter and centre exhaust have scrape marks on the bottom

  20. Pass14,519 miles (+1,308)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,519 miles
    Test number
    483386327262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight play on steeing rack through securing clamps

  21. Pass13,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    13,211 miles
    Test number
    752090436226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,211 miles (+1,652)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,211 miles
    Test number
    322330036279
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f suspension top and bottom swivels
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f suspension top swivel

  23. Pass11,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    11,559 miles
    Test number
    884317435227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S748 JJM

Does S748 JJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S748 JJM expired on 9 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S748 JJM?
The MOT on S748 JJM expired on 9 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S748 JJM done?
S748 JJM was recorded at 61,467 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 2,776 miles a year.
Has S748 JJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S748 JJM has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S748 JJM 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 S748 JJM find?
S748 JJM failed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 4 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside parking brake inoperative on one side; nearside rear service brake excessively binding, and 8 more.

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