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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

SPN 311MOT history

SPN 311 is a silver petrol MINI first used on 7 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 63,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2022.

SPN 311 silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2023
Mileage
63,952 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SPN 311
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

SPN 311 was last recorded at 63,952 miles on 17 Oct 2022, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Mar 2015: 51,158 miles, lower than 51,159 miles on 3 Feb 2015.

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
63,886 miles · 20 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
2,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,952 miles
  • 2021 – 63,886 miles
  • 2020 – 62,485 miles
  • 2019 – 62,479 miles
  • 2018 – 62,458 miles
  • 2017 – 62,178 miles
  • 2016 – 55,784 miles
  • 2015 – 51,164 miles
  • 2014 – 48,979 miles
  • 2013 – 41,134 miles
  • 2012 – 38,870 miles
  • 2011 – 37,482 miles
  • 2010 – 36,865 miles
  • 2009 – 35,756 miles
  • 2008 – 34,821 miles
  • 2007 – 30,965 miles
  • 2006 – 28,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,952 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s rear tyre worn down (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Puncture in tyre, nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,952 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,952 miles
    Test number
    536358141684
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s rear tyre worn down (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass63,886 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,886 miles
    Test number
    562143462973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass62,485 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,485 miles
    Test number
    664036816202
    • AdvisoryNo access to rear seats
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass62,479 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,479 miles
    Test number
    458594529140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,458 miles
    Test number
    520740582719
    • Advisory1, n/s front tyre app limit. 2,front axle inner flitch brake pipes showing signs of deterioration. 3, o/s stoplamp fadeing in colour. 4, brake pedal anti/slip showing signs of wear. 5,slight front flange/manifold exhast blow.

  6. Fail62,458 miles (+280)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,458 miles
    Test number
    914056545890
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light , bulb faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Advisory1, n/s front tyre app limit. 2,front axle inner flitch brake pipes showing signs of deterioration. 3, o/s stoplamp fadeing in colour. 4, brake pedal anti/slip showing signs of wear. 5,slight front flange/manifold exhast blow.

  7. Pass62,178 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,178 miles
    Test number
    983250905726
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPuncture in tyre, nearside rear
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate slightly deteriorated, front

  8. Fail62,176 miles (+6,392)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,176 miles
    Test number
    918717828379
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPuncture in tyre, nearside rear
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate slightly deteriorated, front

  9. Pass55,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,784 miles
    Test number
    253045750337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail55,784 miles (+149)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,784 miles
    Test number
    520362835569
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail55,635 miles (+4,471)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    193744408222
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake light showing deteriorated red light
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge

  12. Pass51,164 miles (+6)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,164 miles
    Test number
    559291495014
    • NoteSlight wear to the inner edges of both rear tyres
    • NoteSome corrosion to the both front brake pipes
    • NoteSome grab from the front brakes when the foot brake is applied
    • NoteSome play in the steering column top mouting

  13. Fail51,158 miles (-1)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,158 miles
    Test number
    306536375033
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSlight wear to inner edges of both rear tyre

  14. Fail51,159 miles (+2,180)11 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,159 miles
    Test number
    686444535005
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges (feathering)
    • NoteN/s washer jet not 100%
    • NoteRear exhaust heat sheild insecure
    • NoteWear to inner edge of o/s/f tyre

  15. Pass48,979 miles (+202)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,979 miles
    Test number
    357265964403
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  16. Fail48,777 miles (+7,643)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,777 miles
    Test number
    685938454273
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  17. Pass41,134 miles (+2,264)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,134 miles
    Test number
    445916723209
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket weak and corroded

  18. Pass38,870 miles (+1,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,870 miles
    Test number
    336198222437
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass37,482 miles (+617)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,482 miles
    Test number
    149817611288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,865 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,865 miles
    Test number
    242808220235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,864 miles (+1,108)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,864 miles
    Test number
    963797110298
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass35,756 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,756 miles
    Test number
    772196019279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,821 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,821 miles
    Test number
    120206788143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,965 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,965 miles
    Test number
    231305787136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,137 miles
    Test number
    103628486130
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about SPN 311

What vehicle is registration SPN 311 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SPN 311 on a silver petrol MINI first used on 7 Jun 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SPN 311 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SPN 311 expired on 31 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SPN 311?
The MOT on SPN 311 expired on 31 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SPN 311 done?
SPN 311 was recorded at 63,952 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2022, an average of 2,200 miles a year.
Has SPN 311 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SPN 311 has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on SPN 311 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SPN 311 find?
SPN 311 passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s rear tyre worn down (3mm).

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