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Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

S8 EXGMOT history

S8 EXG is a red petrol MINI first used on 27 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

S8 EXG red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
141,249 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 EXG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 EXG was last recorded at 141,249 miles on 15 May 2026, 9,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,304 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,945 miles
Average per year
7,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,249 miles
  • 2025 – 131,304 miles
  • 2024 – 121,985 miles
  • 2023 – 114,517 miles
  • 2022 – 104,484 miles
  • 2021 – 99,540 miles
  • 2019 – 92,120 miles
  • 2018 – 88,125 miles
  • 2017 – 83,434 miles
  • 2016 – 77,285 miles
  • 2015 – 68,067 miles
  • 2014 – 61,870 miles
  • 2013 – 54,935 miles
  • 2012 – 43,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,249 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,249 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    141,249 miles
    Test number
    139425219457
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail141,246 miles (+9,942)2 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,246 miles
    Test number
    470469179704
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,304 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    131,304 miles
    Test number
    179570558283
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail131,303 miles (+9,318)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,303 miles
    Test number
    437319499911
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,985 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    121,985 miles
    Test number
    198963487465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail121,980 miles (+7,463)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,980 miles
    Test number
    784253120530
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass114,517 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,517 miles
    Test number
    263963351592
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail114,517 miles (+10,033)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,517 miles
    Test number
    186768731458
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass104,484 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    104,484 miles
    Test number
    335309229192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail104,483 miles (+4,943)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,483 miles
    Test number
    924833227879
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass99,540 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,540 miles
    Test number
    778296399996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,530 miles (+7,410)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,530 miles
    Test number
    954535148316
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant leaking Thermostate housing may be (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass92,120 miles (+3,995)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,120 miles
    Test number
    882517425990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,125 miles (+4,691)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,125 miles
    Test number
    582405275503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,434 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,434 miles
    Test number
    231750936958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,285 miles (+9,218)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,285 miles
    Test number
    948143981719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,067 miles (+6,197)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,067 miles
    Test number
    907305132639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,870 miles (+6,935)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,870 miles
    Test number
    315983494451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,935 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,935 miles
    Test number
    227968983242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,930 miles (+11,682)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,930 miles
    Test number
    499547853141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,248 miles (+541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,248 miles
    Test number
    756184642195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail42,707 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,707 miles
    Test number
    518558732130
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S8 EXG

Does S8 EXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 EXG is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 EXG?
The MOT on S8 EXG is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 EXG done?
S8 EXG was recorded at 141,249 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 7,042 miles a year.
Has S8 EXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 EXG has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 EXG 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 S8 EXG find?
S8 EXG passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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