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MINI Cooper

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

T27 DOBMOT history

T27 DOB is a red petrol MINI Cooper first used on 17 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 68,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
68,809 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T27 DOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T27 DOB was last recorded at 68,809 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,809 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,809 miles
  • 2024 – 66,554 miles
  • 2023 – 61,655 miles
  • 2022 – 57,949 miles
  • 2021 – 54,542 miles
  • 2020 – 49,876 miles
  • 2019 – 47,077 miles
  • 2018 – 45,120 miles
  • 2017 – 43,345 miles
  • 2016 – 41,520 miles
  • 2015 – 39,548 miles
  • 2014 – 37,458 miles
  • 2013 – 34,024 miles
  • 2012 – 31,424 miles
  • 2011 – 28,203 miles
  • 2010 – 24,807 miles
  • 2009 – 22,047 miles
  • 2008 – 19,026 miles
  • 2007 – 15,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,809 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holderRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both, heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mobile phone holder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,809 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    779832677929
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both, heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail68,809 miles (+2,255)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    794525269331
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both, heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass66,554 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    975628337161
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail66,554 miles (+4,899)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    298836098986
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass61,655 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,655 miles
    Test number
    994615257703
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both shock absorber bodys heavy corrosion

  6. Fail61,655 miles (+3,706)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,655 miles
    Test number
    336503959296
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear both shock absorber bodys heavy corrosion

  7. Pass57,949 miles (+16)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,949 miles
    Test number
    269894143826
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mobile phone holder
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail57,933 miles (+3,391)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,933 miles
    Test number
    742016468877
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mobile phone holder
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass54,542 miles (+4,666)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,542 miles
    Test number
    977926643654
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass49,876 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,876 miles
    Test number
    436578241053
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail49,864 miles (+2,787)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,864 miles
    Test number
    504582541565
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass47,077 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,077 miles
    Test number
    697966357217
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail47,077 miles (+1,957)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,077 miles
    Test number
    510263001477
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass45,120 miles (+1,775)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    45,120 miles
    Test number
    994959463800
    • AdvisoryInner Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass43,345 miles (+1,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    902432537054
    • AdvisoryLens missing from O/S number plate light
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass41,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,520 miles
    Test number
    888419597632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,519 miles (+1,971)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,519 miles
    Test number
    906717736226
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass39,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,548 miles
    Test number
    257904349290
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre worn on the outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail39,548 miles (+2,090)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,548 miles
    Test number
    396904288784
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Pass37,458 miles (+3,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    37,458 miles
    Test number
    128894404385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass34,024 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,024 miles
    Test number
    239892253274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,424 miles (+3,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,424 miles
    Test number
    256331662244
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass28,203 miles (+3,396)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,203 miles
    Test number
    387340551239
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

  24. Pass24,807 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,807 miles
    Test number
    150341850201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,047 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,047 miles
    Test number
    504782859266
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded/weak/slight blow

  26. Fail22,047 miles (+3,021)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,047 miles
    Test number
    902882059276
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded/weak/slight blow

  27. Pass19,026 miles (+3,490)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,026 miles
    Test number
    354773958203
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  28. Pass15,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,536 miles
    Test number
    891057157283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T27 DOB

Does T27 DOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T27 DOB is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T27 DOB?
The MOT on T27 DOB is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T27 DOB done?
T27 DOB was recorded at 68,809 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 2,939 miles a year.
Has T27 DOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T27 DOB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T27 DOB 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 T27 DOB find?
T27 DOB passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped; front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to rack; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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