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MINI Cooper S

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

S88 RKTMOT history

S88 RKT is a black petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 4 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 69,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

S88 RKT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,604 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 RKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 RKT was last recorded at 69,604 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 5,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,249 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,355 miles
Average per year
4,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,604 miles
  • 2025 – 64,249 miles
  • 2024 – 53,077 miles
  • 2023 – 52,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,604 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly insecure

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

7 tests since 22 Apr 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,604 miles (+5,355)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,604 miles
    Test number
    193359725514
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly insecure

  2. Pass64,249 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    306072213994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail64,244 miles (+539)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,244 miles
    Test number
    930108849558
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail63,705 miles (+10,628)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,705 miles
    Test number
    181244522986
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass53,077 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    53,077 miles
    Test number
    791763390669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,530 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    52,530 miles
    Test number
    728318622863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,524 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,524 miles
    Test number
    137268690187
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Questions about S88 RKT

Does S88 RKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 RKT is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 RKT?
The MOT on S88 RKT is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 RKT done?
S88 RKT was recorded at 69,604 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,991 miles a year.
Has S88 RKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 RKT has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S88 RKT 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 S88 RKT find?
S88 RKT passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 2 more.

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