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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T315 FAFMOT history

T315 FAF is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 24 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 34 MOT tests, with 68,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
68,546 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
17 passed · 17 failed
Per year
1,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T315 FAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T315 FAF was last recorded at 68,546 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,546 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,546 miles
  • 2024 – 66,999 miles
  • 2023 – 66,805 miles
  • 2022 – 66,777 miles
  • 2020 – 66,384 miles
  • 2019 – 65,320 miles
  • 2018 – 64,390 miles
  • 2017 – 63,549 miles
  • 2016 – 62,661 miles
  • 2015 – 59,962 miles
  • 2014 – 56,456 miles
  • 2013 – 53,912 miles
  • 2012 – 52,212 miles
  • 2011 – 49,903 miles
  • 2010 – 48,563 miles
  • 2009 – 46,969 miles
  • 2008 – 45,498 miles
  • 2006 – 42,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,546 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow on manifold-centre joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe to rear subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,546 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    68,546 miles
    Test number
    734056394423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail68,546 miles (+1,547)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,546 miles
    Test number
    948555498296
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    66,999 miles
    Test number
    873563176758
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail66,999 miles (+194)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,999 miles
    Test number
    986268805888
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass66,805 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,805 miles
    Test number
    784751717393
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow on manifold-centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe to rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail66,789 miles (+12)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    949004382232
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow on manifold-centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe to rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail66,777 miles (+393)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,777 miles
    Test number
    312783728698
    • MajorEmissions not tested front exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass66,384 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,384 miles
    Test number
    913218218579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,383 miles (+1,063)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,383 miles
    Test number
    241975232885
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,320 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,320 miles
    Test number
    754898443116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail65,317 miles (+927)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,317 miles
    Test number
    826579497821
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked

  12. Pass64,390 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    969223841705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor corroded

  13. Fail64,389 miles (+840)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,389 miles
    Test number
    149456044502
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor corroded

  14. Pass63,549 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,549 miles
    Test number
    264339862610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail63,548 miles (+887)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,548 miles
    Test number
    631398283155
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass62,661 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,661 miles
    Test number
    962814480028
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail62,659 miles (+2,697)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,659 miles
    Test number
    335436243360
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm Bald on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm. Wearing on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,962 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,962 miles
    Test number
    147669835160
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail59,962 miles (+3,506)9 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,962 miles
    Test number
    657511035188
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass56,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,456 miles
    Test number
    517805114181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,456 miles (+2,544)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,456 miles
    Test number
    427065914172
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass53,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,912 miles
    Test number
    937775813161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,912 miles (+1,700)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,912 miles
    Test number
    299725913481
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  24. Pass52,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,212 miles
    Test number
    968618112169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,212 miles (+2,309)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,212 miles
    Test number
    896685912105
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass49,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,903 miles
    Test number
    537149701180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,903 miles (+1,340)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,903 miles
    Test number
    436769901197
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass48,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,563 miles
    Test number
    853979910155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail48,563 miles (+1,594)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,563 miles
    Test number
    962486510119
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass46,969 miles (+1,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,969 miles
    Test number
    272603619190
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  31. Pass45,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,498 miles
    Test number
    483331128191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail45,498 miles (+3,333)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,498 miles
    Test number
    530761128171
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  33. Pass42,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,165 miles
    Test number
    963827266153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail42,165 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,165 miles
    Test number
    434295966127
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T315 FAF

Does T315 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T315 FAF is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T315 FAF?
The MOT on T315 FAF is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T315 FAF done?
T315 FAF was recorded at 68,546 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 1,346 miles a year.
Has T315 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T315 FAF has failed 17 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T315 FAF 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 T315 FAF find?
T315 FAF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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