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Orange and White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S97 MBLMOT history

S97 MBL is an orange and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 29 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 44,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
44,206 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S97 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Orange and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S97 MBL was last recorded at 44,206 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2009: 1,722 miles, lower than 94,130 miles on 31 Mar 2008.
  • 18 Jun 2012: 30,727 miles, lower than 38,130 miles on 4 May 2012.

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
43,656 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,206 miles
  • 2024 – 43,656 miles
  • 2023 – 43,012 miles
  • 2022 – 42,547 miles
  • 2021 – 41,290 miles
  • 2020 – 41,099 miles
  • 2019 – 40,723 miles
  • 2018 – 39,233 miles
  • 2017 – 39,016 miles
  • 2016 – 36,811 miles
  • 2012 – 31,400 miles
  • 2011 – 20,547 miles
  • 2010 – 12,944 miles
  • 2009 – 1,733 miles
  • 2008 – 94,130 miles
  • 2006 – 78,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,206 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre uneven wear on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre uneven wear on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass44,206 miles (+550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    44,206 miles
    Test number
    184546687296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass43,656 miles (+644)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    43,656 miles
    Test number
    358565243270
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive selector shaft seal and other (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass43,012 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    43,012 miles
    Test number
    638005854508
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre uneven wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre uneven wear on inner edge
  4. Fail43,012 miles (+465)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,012 miles
    Test number
    861986849452
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component insecurely attached Ball joint (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre uneven wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre uneven wear on inner edge
  5. Pass42,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,547 miles
    Test number
    449200995824
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail42,547 miles (+1,257)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,547 miles
    Test number
    319170771815
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass41,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,290 miles
    Test number
    401361626434
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  8. Fail41,290 miles (+191)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,290 miles
    Test number
    193356878655
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  9. Pass41,099 miles (+376)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,099 miles
    Test number
    465446016990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass40,723 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,723 miles
    Test number
    516884880921
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Fail40,723 miles (+1,490)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,723 miles
    Test number
    727491667588
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass39,233 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,233 miles
    Test number
    122783292011
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Fail39,233 miles (+217)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,233 miles
    Test number
    472458706564
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  14. Pass39,016 miles (+2,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    39,016 miles
    Test number
    374129942698
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass36,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,811 miles
    Test number
    923066887243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,811 miles (+5,411)1 dangerous18 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,811 miles
    Test number
    598219311953
    • DangerousBoth front discs excessively rusty
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHorn not working missing (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTrack rod end loose lock nut lose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade missing both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass31,400 miles (+673)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,400 miles
    Test number
    638287802293
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of rack
  18. Fail30,727 miles (-7,403)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,727 miles
    Test number
    766740372163
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  19. Fail38,130 miles (+17,583)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,130 miles
    Test number
    186845022189
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass20,547 miles (+7,603)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    999083131126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,944 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    12,944 miles
    Test number
    253951860429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail10,812 miles (+9,079)1 dangerous13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,812 miles
    Test number
    154039580003
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass1,733 miles (+11)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    1,733 miles
    Test number
    164495869413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s front outer sill corroded just outside seat belt prescribed area
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front lower valance
    • NoteSlight corrosion to o/s outer sill
  24. Fail1,722 miles (-92,408)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,722 miles
    Test number
    270823569015
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s front outer sill corroded just outside seat belt prescribed area
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front lower valance
    • NoteSlight corrosion to o/s outer sill
  25. Pass94,130 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,130 miles
    Test number
    704301298059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail94,122 miles (+15,461)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,122 miles
    Test number
    152389588458
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges.
    • NoteSlight play in both track rod ends.
  27. Pass78,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    78,661 miles
    Test number
    854825546238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,661 miles (+325)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,661 miles
    Test number
    521832746268
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front top ball joint
  29. Fail78,336 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,336 miles
    Test number
    632669906250
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S97 MBL

Does S97 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S97 MBL is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S97 MBL?
The MOT on S97 MBL is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S97 MBL done?
S97 MBL was recorded at 44,206 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026.
Has S97 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S97 MBL has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S97 MBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S97 MBL find?
S97 MBL passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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