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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

T18 UFOMOT history

T18 UFO is a black petrol MINI first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
98,240 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 UFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 UFO was last recorded at 98,240 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1,836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,404 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,836 miles
Average per year
4,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,240 miles
  • 2024 – 96,404 miles
  • 2023 – 94,213 miles
  • 2022 – 92,318 miles
  • 2021 – 90,430 miles
  • 2020 – 89,380 miles
  • 2019 – 87,564 miles
  • 2018 – 83,268 miles
  • 2017 – 75,135 miles
  • 2016 – 68,317 miles
  • 2015 – 61,844 miles
  • 2014 – 52,987 miles
  • 2013 – 44,221 miles
  • 2012 – 39,669 miles
  • 2011 – 29,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,240 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES !

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Malfunctioning or obviously inoperative !!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,240 miles (+1,836)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    98,240 miles
    Test number
    823712023280
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass96,404 miles (+2,191)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,404 miles
    Test number
    236896826877
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass94,213 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,213 miles
    Test number
    877949009959
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail94,213 miles (+1,895)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,213 miles
    Test number
    294380896728
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass92,318 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,318 miles
    Test number
    643619594629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,290 miles (+1,860)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,290 miles
    Test number
    771096597353
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR SUB FRAMES HAVE CORROTION
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    119648308431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,430 miles (+1,050)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    816014959870
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass89,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,380 miles
    Test number
    823617638987
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES ! (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMalfunctioning or obviously inoperative !!

  10. Fail89,380 miles (+1,816)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,380 miles
    Test number
    136415523828
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES ! (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMalfunctioning or obviously inoperative !!

  11. Pass87,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,564 miles
    Test number
    716629084214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,564 miles (+4,296)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,564 miles
    Test number
    285612073053
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass83,268 miles (+2,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    765527937993
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust worn.

  14. Pass80,587 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,587 miles
    Test number
    994633481623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail80,572 miles (+5,437)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,572 miles
    Test number
    122759301981
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,135 miles
    Test number
    755839984299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail75,135 miles (+6,818)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,135 miles
    Test number
    926698745112
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass68,317 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,317 miles
    Test number
    627157368856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,844 miles (+8,857)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,844 miles
    Test number
    428139165094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,987 miles (+8,766)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,987 miles
    Test number
    268559954069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,221 miles (+4,552)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,221 miles
    Test number
    146704473084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,669 miles (+10,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    39,669 miles
    Test number
    946522922254
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteO/s/r wheelbearing has a slight noise when turning

  23. Pass29,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,609 miles
    Test number
    888904861275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 UFO

Does T18 UFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 UFO is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T18 UFO?
The MOT on T18 UFO is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 UFO done?
T18 UFO was recorded at 98,240 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 4,838 miles a year.
Has T18 UFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 UFO has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T18 UFO 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 T18 UFO find?
T18 UFO passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 5 more.

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