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Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

S800 ERSMOT history

S800 ERS is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 11 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 114,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2024.

S800 ERS yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2025
Mileage
114,825 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S800 ERS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S800 ERS was last recorded at 114,825 miles on 1 Jun 2024, 475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,350 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
475 miles
Average per year
4,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,825 miles
  • 2023 – 114,350 miles
  • 2022 – 112,126 miles
  • 2021 – 109,527 miles
  • 2020 – 105,972 miles
  • 2019 – 101,925 miles
  • 2018 – 95,007 miles
  • 2017 – 90,238 miles
  • 2016 – 88,471 miles
  • 2015 – 82,220 miles
  • 2014 – 73,927 miles
  • 2013 – 64,445 miles
  • 2012 – 54,625 miles
  • 2011 – 48,993 miles
  • 2010 – 44,523 miles
  • 2009 – 39,823 miles
  • 2008 – 35,095 miles
  • 2007 – 31,206 miles
  • 2006 – 27,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,825 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various front and rear (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.

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front both front strut mounts cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,825 miles (+475)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    114,825 miles
    Test number
    185367380027
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,350 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    114,350 miles
    Test number
    179767677393
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail114,344 miles (+2,218)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,344 miles
    Test number
    419759031162
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play N/s and o/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    112,126 miles
    Test number
    891003594366
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail112,126 miles (+2,599)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,126 miles
    Test number
    784127623730
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,527 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,527 miles
    Test number
    798852128374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,972 miles (+4,047)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    105,972 miles
    Test number
    302714301063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,925 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    101,925 miles
    Test number
    941481405925
    • AdvisoryLower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Hose (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All lower pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Fail101,925 miles (+6,918)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,925 miles
    Test number
    214953404215
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Hose (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All lower pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass95,007 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,007 miles
    Test number
    467614665247
    • AdvisoryFront both front strut mounts cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail95,006 miles (+4,768)4 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,006 miles
    Test number
    513846210967
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both front strut mounts cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass90,238 miles (+1,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,238 miles
    Test number
    725479406310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  13. Pass88,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,471 miles
    Test number
    350272359222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,471 miles (+6,251)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,471 miles
    Test number
    868570104472
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass82,220 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    497482445108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail82,217 miles (+8,290)4 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,217 miles
    Test number
    208502345447
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass73,927 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,927 miles
    Test number
    935212924151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,926 miles (+9,481)5 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,926 miles
    Test number
    757561124170
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded

  19. Pass64,445 miles (+1)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,445 miles
    Test number
    589522323140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rubbers worn

  20. Fail64,444 miles (+9,819)1 dangerous9 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,444 miles
    Test number
    436531423115
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber mountings worn

  21. Pass54,625 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,625 miles
    Test number
    949341322191
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Fail54,625 miles (+5,632)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,625 miles
    Test number
    847741222180
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass48,993 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    48,993 miles
    Test number
    798331001132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,891 miles (+4,368)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,891 miles
    Test number
    805522791043
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass44,523 miles (+4,700)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,523 miles
    Test number
    412286610109
    • NoteVarious brake pipes are corroded

  26. Pass39,823 miles (+4,728)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,823 miles
    Test number
    261935629104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,095 miles (+3,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,095 miles
    Test number
    594974528197
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass31,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    553161027170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail31,206 miles (+4,034)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    181306617140
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass27,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,172 miles
    Test number
    631375836178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail27,172 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,172 miles
    Test number
    143143536143
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S800 ERS

Does S800 ERS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S800 ERS expired on 30 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S800 ERS?
The MOT on S800 ERS expired on 30 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S800 ERS done?
S800 ERS was recorded at 114,825 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2024, an average of 4,855 miles a year.
Has S800 ERS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S800 ERS has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S800 ERS 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 S800 ERS find?
S800 ERS passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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