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White and Black · Petrol · 1995 · 1,275 cc

SPR 47MOT history

SPR 47 is a white and black petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 9,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
9,583 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
SPR 47
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SPR 47 was last recorded at 9,583 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jan 2011: 1,097 miles, lower than 97,685 miles on 16 Dec 2009.

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
9,418 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 9,583 miles
  • 2025 – 9,418 miles
  • 2022 – 9,322 miles
  • 2019 – 9,294 miles
  • 2017 – 9,207 miles
  • 2015 – 7,740 miles
  • 2014 – 5,852 miles
  • 2013 – 4,553 miles
  • 2012 – 3,590 miles
  • 2011 – 1,097 miles
  • 2009 – 97,685 miles
  • 2008 – 93,186 miles
  • 2007 – 90,180 miles
  • 2006 – 86,249 miles
  • 2005 – 75,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass9,583 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass9,583 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    9,583 miles
    Test number
    447257799471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass9,418 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    9,418 miles
    Test number
    137366797144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass9,322 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    9,322 miles
    Test number
    828821867008
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail9,322 miles (+28)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,322 miles
    Test number
    591201772499
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass9,294 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    9,294 miles
    Test number
    880221240519
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corossion in areas

  6. Fail9,294 miles (+87)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,294 miles
    Test number
    419385878274
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corossion in areas

  7. Pass9,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    9,207 miles
    Test number
    268637188661
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail9,207 miles (+1,467)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,207 miles
    Test number
    357900023478
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe comes as part of the manifold (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint hub ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint hub ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint hub ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass7,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    7,740 miles
    Test number
    219511435713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Fail7,740 miles (+1,888)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,740 miles
    Test number
    318162208380
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass5,852 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    5,852 miles
    Test number
    175670004330
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail5,846 miles (+1,293)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,846 miles
    Test number
    668172874229
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass4,553 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    4,553 miles
    Test number
    445921803143
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosoin in n/s rear subframe

  14. Fail4,549 miles (+959)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,549 miles
    Test number
    888418493089
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSubframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosoin in n/s rear subframe

  15. Pass3,590 miles (+6)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    3,590 miles
    Test number
    116600462475
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCorrosion in n/s end of rear valance
    • NoteFront discs poor
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosion in o/s front corner of rear subframe

  16. Fail3,584 miles (+2,487)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,584 miles
    Test number
    476759852069
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCorrosion in n/s end of rear valance
    • NoteFront discs poor
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosion in o/s front corner of rear subframe

  17. Pass1,097 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    1,097 miles
    Test number
    595994931020
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall perishing & cracking
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosion in rear subframe

  18. Fail1,097 miles (-96,588)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,097 miles
    Test number
    179087321022
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall perishing & cracking
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosion in rear subframe

  19. Pass97,685 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    97,685 miles
    Test number
    494380359384
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteInner edge of o/s front tyre worn & rear tyres side walls starting to crack
    • NoteN/s door mirror missing
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosion on rear subframe

  20. Fail97,680 miles (+4,494)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,680 miles
    Test number
    773380259381
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteInner edge of o/s front tyre worn & rear tyres side walls starting to crack
    • NoteN/s door mirror missing
    • NoteSlight outer skin corrosion on rear subframe

  21. Pass93,186 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    93,186 miles
    Test number
    430388948362
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  22. Fail93,186 miles (+3,006)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,186 miles
    Test number
    270669838311
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  23. Pass90,180 miles (+246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    90,180 miles
    Test number
    802182507333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail89,934 miles (+3,685)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,934 miles
    Test number
    672062287275
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail86,249 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,249 miles
    Test number
    514291996275
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in n/s sill to floor joint

  26. Pass86,249 miles (+11,030)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    86,249 miles
    Test number
    902941396241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in n/s sill to floor joint

  27. Pass75,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    75,219 miles
    Test number
    341247785432
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about SPR 47

What vehicle is registration SPR 47 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SPR 47 on a white and black petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1995. 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 SPR 47 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SPR 47 is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on SPR 47?
The MOT on SPR 47 is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SPR 47 done?
SPR 47 was recorded at 9,583 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026.
Has SPR 47 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SPR 47 has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on SPR 47 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SPR 47 find?
SPR 47 passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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