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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

T129 RACMOT history

T129 RAC is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 81,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,731 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T129 RAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T129 RAC was last recorded at 81,731 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 1,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,750 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,981 miles
Average per year
3,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,731 miles
  • 2025 – 79,750 miles
  • 2024 – 77,404 miles
  • 2023 – 76,735 miles
  • 2022 – 75,583 miles
  • 2021 – 73,318 miles
  • 2020 – 71,908 miles
  • 2019 – 67,160 miles
  • 2018 – 64,553 miles
  • 2017 – 60,057 miles
  • 2016 – 55,691 miles
  • 2015 – 51,050 miles
  • 2014 – 45,906 miles
  • 2013 – 39,228 miles
  • 2012 – 35,162 miles
  • 2011 – 29,251 miles
  • 2010 – 23,032 miles
  • 2009 – 17,724 miles
  • 2008 – 13,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,731 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,731 miles (+1,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,731 miles
    Test number
    418826729490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass79,750 miles (+2,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,750 miles
    Test number
    201455262234
    • 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. Pass77,404 miles (+669)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,404 miles
    Test number
    314712773614
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s front tyres age cracking
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s rear discs corroding on inside edges

  4. Pass76,735 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,735 miles
    Test number
    313342891259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,583 miles (+2,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,583 miles
    Test number
    878509852763
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass73,318 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,318 miles
    Test number
    675752600262
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  7. Fail73,312 miles (+1,404)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,312 miles
    Test number
    930113059197
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  8. Pass71,908 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    71,908 miles
    Test number
    693867543036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail71,908 miles (+4,748)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,908 miles
    Test number
    867668571864
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,160 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,160 miles
    Test number
    165721600837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,553 miles (+4,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,553 miles
    Test number
    965646024877
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split and rear wash innop

  12. Pass60,057 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,057 miles
    Test number
    908459065482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,691 miles (+4,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,691 miles
    Test number
    109986861833
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slightly out of shape and in poor general condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc inner face in a poor condition

  14. Pass51,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,050 miles
    Test number
    598917955006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail51,050 miles (+5,144)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,050 miles
    Test number
    809097155064
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,906 miles (+6,678)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,906 miles
    Test number
    126697854068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust poor

  17. Pass39,228 miles (+4,066)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,228 miles
    Test number
    846946453069
    • NoteFront suspension bushes poor.
    • NoteFront tyres getting low.
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded.
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly.
    • NoteRear exhaust poor

  18. Pass35,162 miles (+5,911)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,162 miles
    Test number
    446046452083
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in bottom arm rear bushes
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteRear wiper split

  19. Pass29,251 miles (+6,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,251 miles
    Test number
    918340551053
    • NoteFront & rear brakes getting low, Rear exhaust poor,

  20. Pass23,032 miles (+5,308)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,032 miles
    Test number
    711494350095
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear registration plate detoriated

  21. Pass17,724 miles (+3,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,724 miles
    Test number
    674726759027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass13,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,798 miles
    Test number
    860899358042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T129 RAC

Does T129 RAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T129 RAC is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T129 RAC?
The MOT on T129 RAC is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T129 RAC done?
T129 RAC was recorded at 81,731 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 3,784 miles a year.
Has T129 RAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T129 RAC has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T129 RAC 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 T129 RAC find?
T129 RAC passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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