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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

S78 UMSMOT history

S78 UMS is a grey petrol MINI first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

S78 UMS grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
87,944 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 UMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 UMS was last recorded at 87,944 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 3,826 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,118 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,826 miles
Average per year
5,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,944 miles
  • 2025 – 84,118 miles
  • 2024 – 77,203 miles
  • 2023 – 70,851 miles
  • 2022 – 60,761 miles
  • 2021 – 50,501 miles
  • 2020 – 37,128 miles
  • 2019 – 28,943 miles
  • 2018 – 28,872 miles
  • 2016 – 28,616 miles
  • 2015 – 25,200 miles
  • 2014 – 20,549 miles
  • 2013 – 16,308 miles
  • 2012 – 12,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,944 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All - corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,944 miles
    Test number
    952034198818
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All - corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail87,942 miles (+3,824)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,942 miles
    Test number
    116890702075
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All - corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass84,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,118 miles
    Test number
    882976908476
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,111 miles (+6,908)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,111 miles
    Test number
    626864460426
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,203 miles
    Test number
    285257673779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail77,202 miles (+6,351)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,202 miles
    Test number
    673289611618
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,851 miles (+10,090)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    70,851 miles
    Test number
    203633574267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,761 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,761 miles
    Test number
    595397977803
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail60,753 miles (+10,252)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,753 miles
    Test number
    585456276804
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass50,501 miles (+13,373)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    50,501 miles
    Test number
    176402795193
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip & crack. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible section deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass37,128 miles (+8,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,128 miles
    Test number
    149049870505
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  12. Pass28,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    28,943 miles
    Test number
    239821290013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,943 miles (+71)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,943 miles
    Test number
    970261789278
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass28,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    28,872 miles
    Test number
    445339473136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,872 miles (+256)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,872 miles
    Test number
    216215563681
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass28,616 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    28,616 miles
    Test number
    400767938352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,200 miles (+4,651)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,200 miles
    Test number
    989135075113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,549 miles (+4,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,549 miles
    Test number
    815724864137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass16,308 miles (+4,220)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,308 miles
    Test number
    986077773127
    • NoteService ligth on
    • NoteWasher bottle low

  20. Pass12,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    12,088 miles
    Test number
    565749372138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 UMS

Does S78 UMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 UMS is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 UMS?
The MOT on S78 UMS is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 UMS done?
S78 UMS was recorded at 87,944 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 5,489 miles a year.
Has S78 UMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 UMS has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S78 UMS 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 S78 UMS find?
S78 UMS passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all - corroded.

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