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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S801 BBWMOT history

S801 BBW is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,573 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S801 BBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S801 BBW was last recorded at 76,573 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Nov 2021: 73,894 miles, lower than 74,894 miles on 3 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,573 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,573 miles
  • 2024 – 76,414 miles
  • 2023 – 75,624 miles
  • 2022 – 74,813 miles
  • 2021 – 73,894 miles
  • 2020 – 72,892 miles
  • 2019 – 71,454 miles
  • 2018 – 70,167 miles
  • 2016 – 64,570 miles
  • 2014 – 52,385 miles
  • 2013 – 40,805 miles
  • 2012 – 34,509 miles
  • 2009 – 33,549 miles
  • 2007 – 32,676 miles
  • 2006 – 31,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,573 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,573 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,573 miles
    Test number
    688283386903
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail76,573 miles (+159)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,573 miles
    Test number
    302598604294
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,414 miles
    Test number
    510030800311
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail76,414 miles (+790)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,414 miles
    Test number
    964537090395
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,624 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,624 miles
    Test number
    689205108074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail75,624 miles (+811)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,624 miles
    Test number
    601581760693
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass74,813 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,813 miles
    Test number
    881768309149
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame forward mountings weak (Tear Drop) both sides.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail74,813 miles (+919)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,813 miles
    Test number
    713157911953
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame forward mountings weak (Tear Drop) both sides.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass73,894 miles (-1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,894 miles
    Test number
    908816122908
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail74,894 miles (+2,002)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,894 miles
    Test number
    452469051893
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,892 miles (+1,438)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,892 miles
    Test number
    945867281596
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass71,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,454 miles
    Test number
    464903031770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail71,454 miles (+1,287)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,454 miles
    Test number
    214175356330
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass70,167 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,167 miles
    Test number
    944938215487
    • AdvisoryNearside chip in screen

  15. Fail70,166 miles (+5,596)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,166 miles
    Test number
    365861498705
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside chip in screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass64,570 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    64,570 miles
    Test number
    959424747405
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  17. Fail64,560 miles (+12,175)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,560 miles
    Test number
    665439580761
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass52,385 miles (+418)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,385 miles
    Test number
    329557084441
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers poor

  19. Fail51,967 miles (+11,162)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,967 miles
    Test number
    217008964230
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers poor

  20. Pass40,805 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,805 miles
    Test number
    536900873278
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail40,804 miles (+6,295)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,804 miles
    Test number
    237797163276
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass34,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,509 miles
    Test number
    475861262045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,509 miles (+960)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,509 miles
    Test number
    235646952095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass33,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,549 miles
    Test number
    651729299060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,549 miles (+873)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,549 miles
    Test number
    242403599097
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • NoteBoth no plates have no bs numbers

  26. Pass32,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,676 miles
    Test number
    251837557290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,676 miles (+1,475)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,676 miles
    Test number
    114345957256
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTorsion bar deteriorated by corrosion so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.E.1b)

  28. Pass31,201 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,201 miles
    Test number
    154729746285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Questions about S801 BBW

Does S801 BBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S801 BBW is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S801 BBW?
The MOT on S801 BBW is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S801 BBW done?
S801 BBW was recorded at 76,573 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 2,310 miles a year.
Has S801 BBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S801 BBW has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S801 BBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Nov 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S801 BBW find?
S801 BBW passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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