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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T256 JRTMOT history

T256 JRT is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 32,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2025
Mileage
32,535 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T256 JRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T256 JRT was last recorded at 32,535 miles on 3 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Mar 2016: 2,309 miles, lower than 97,432 miles on 13 Mar 2015.
  • 8 Mar 2022: 25,399 miles, lower than 219,688 miles on 9 Mar 2021.

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
32,535 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 32,535 miles
  • 2023 – 29,020 miles
  • 2022 – 25,399 miles
  • 2021 – 219,688 miles
  • 2020 – 19,159 miles
  • 2019 – 15,485 miles
  • 2018 – 10,593 miles
  • 2017 – 6,517 miles
  • 2016 – 2,309 miles
  • 2015 – 97,432 miles
  • 2014 – 93,290 miles
  • 2013 – 89,280 miles
  • 2012 – 84,804 miles
  • 2011 – 80,764 miles
  • 2010 – 75,961 miles
  • 2009 – 71,011 miles
  • 2008 – 65,605 miles
  • 2007 – 61,013 miles
  • 2006 – 56,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,535 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    32,535 miles
    Test number
    933133174314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail32,535 miles (+167)1 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,535 miles
    Test number
    944895312612
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail32,368 miles (+3,348)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,368 miles
    Test number
    924283968162
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. lock does not lock seat in place (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor will not stay up (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass29,020 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    29,020 miles
    Test number
    226764369902
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail29,020 miles (+3,621)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,020 miles
    Test number
    374307802378
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass25,399 miles (-194,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    25,399 miles
    Test number
    595089260886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass219,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    219,688 miles
    Test number
    982392345894
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail219,688 miles (+200,529)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,688 miles
    Test number
    375167787867
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass19,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    19,159 miles
    Test number
    644805416990
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail19,159 miles (+3,674)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,159 miles
    Test number
    411482413091
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass15,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    15,485 miles
    Test number
    550011347066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail15,485 miles (+4,892)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,485 miles
    Test number
    910609075492
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass10,593 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    10,593 miles
    Test number
    855019219147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Subframe (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail10,583 miles (+4,066)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,583 miles
    Test number
    258264624863
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings DRIVERS FLOOR (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass6,517 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    6,517 miles
    Test number
    105878682863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail6,516 miles (+4,207)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,516 miles
    Test number
    457491058870
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sun visor cannot be stowed away (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass2,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    2,309 miles
    Test number
    502153323802
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail2,309 miles (-95,123)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,309 miles
    Test number
    755630607621
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass97,432 miles (+4,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,432 miles
    Test number
    388362775038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass93,290 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,290 miles
    Test number
    338422174048
    • NoteFront susupension low, arms close to bump stops.

  21. Fail93,290 miles (+4,010)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,290 miles
    Test number
    927552874041
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront susupension low, arms close to bump stops.

  22. Pass89,280 miles (+4,476)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,280 miles
    Test number
    787074463033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass84,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,804 miles
    Test number
    657705662084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail84,804 miles (+4,040)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,804 miles
    Test number
    278175262026
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass80,764 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,764 miles
    Test number
    447130171002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail80,741 miles (+4,780)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,741 miles
    Test number
    255156261034
    • FailureNearside Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  27. Pass75,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,961 miles
    Test number
    780548660040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,961 miles (+4,950)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,961 miles
    Test number
    151307460405
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass71,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    71,011 miles
    Test number
    984588569026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail71,011 miles (+5,406)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,011 miles
    Test number
    572618769081
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth handbrake pivots are seized
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear axle pivot

  31. Pass65,605 miles (+4,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,605 miles
    Test number
    811300178049
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Pass61,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,013 miles
    Test number
    811422777090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail61,013 miles (+4,612)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,013 miles
    Test number
    144198967498
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass56,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,401 miles
    Test number
    851748066034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T256 JRT

Does T256 JRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T256 JRT expired on 2 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T256 JRT?
The MOT on T256 JRT expired on 2 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T256 JRT done?
T256 JRT was recorded at 32,535 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2024.
Has T256 JRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T256 JRT has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T256 JRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 8 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T256 JRT find?
T256 JRT passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.

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