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Multi-colour · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T161 KOLMOT history

T161 KOL is a multi-colour petrol Rover Mini first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 91,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2026
Mileage
91,112 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 KOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 KOL was last recorded at 91,112 miles on 10 May 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,088 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,112 miles
  • 2024 – 87,714 miles
  • 2022 – 81,168 miles
  • 2012 – 78,995 miles
  • 2011 – 75,725 miles
  • 2010 – 72,640 miles
  • 2009 – 72,526 miles
  • 2008 – 69,376 miles
  • 2006 – 67,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,112 miles
  • AdvisoryBoot floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,112 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    91,112 miles
    Test number
    719080326154
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail91,088 miles (+3,374)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,088 miles
    Test number
    521425032352
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass87,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    472880569939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,714 miles (+6,546)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    567524586415
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlamp unit insecure (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass81,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,168 miles
    Test number
    165961296508
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail81,168 miles (+2,173)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,168 miles
    Test number
    337341823822
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass78,995 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,995 miles
    Test number
    746192752135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear inner wheel arche's
    • NoteDriver;s seat poor condition
    • NoteFuel cap seal pershing
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to both outer door sill's
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to front & rear floor pan's

  8. Fail78,994 miles (+3,269)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,994 miles
    Test number
    136152852151
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear inner wheel arche's
    • NoteDriver;s seat poor condition
    • NoteFuel cap seal pershing
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to both outer door sill's
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to front & rear floor pan's

  9. Pass75,725 miles (+3,085)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,725 miles
    Test number
    117424941111
    • NoteBoth outer sills rusty
    • NoteNearside front side light has a slight blue tint
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split at ends & offside wiper poor
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front & rear valance

  10. Pass72,640 miles (+114)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,640 miles
    Test number
    292152180040
    • NoteO/s/f starting to corrode near jacking point

  11. Pass72,526 miles (+3,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,526 miles
    Test number
    420601449093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass69,376 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    69,376 miles
    Test number
    194197768020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,970 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,970 miles
    Test number
    211776936206
    • NoteBOTH WIPER RUBBERS SPLIT †N/S/R TYRE LOW

  14. Fail67,965 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,965 miles
    Test number
    430974636222
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Questions about T161 KOL

Does T161 KOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T161 KOL expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T161 KOL?
The MOT on T161 KOL expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T161 KOL done?
T161 KOL was recorded at 91,112 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 1,237 miles a year.
Has T161 KOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 KOL has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T161 KOL 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 T161 KOL find?
T161 KOL passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with 3 advisories: boot floor corroded; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan.

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