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

T387 ABTMOT history

T387 ABT is a multi-colour petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 57,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
57,012 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T387 ABT
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T387 ABT was last recorded at 57,012 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2020: 57,002 miles, lower than 63,254 miles on 4 Apr 2019.

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
57,004 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,012 miles
  • 2025 – 57,004 miles
  • 2022 – 57,002 miles
  • 2020 – 57,002 miles
  • 2019 – 63,254 miles
  • 2018 – 56,277 miles
  • 2016 – 50,706 miles
  • 2014 – 46,976 miles
  • 2013 – 45,020 miles
  • 2012 – 45,002 miles
  • 2011 – 44,993 miles
  • 2010 – 43,013 miles
  • 2009 – 37,929 miles
  • 2008 – 33,712 miles
  • 2007 – 28,537 miles
  • 2006 – 22,641 miles
  • 2005 – 17,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,012 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder sealed all under body

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • An item not tested (Manual)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,012 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    57,012 miles
    Test number
    341034443761
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed all under body

  2. Pass57,004 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    57,004 miles
    Test number
    370029801985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass57,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    57,002 miles
    Test number
    533741013355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,002 miles (-6,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    57,002 miles
    Test number
    937083514675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass63,254 miles (+6,977)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,254 miles
    Test number
    309933045938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,277 miles (+5,571)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,277 miles
    Test number
    534486957461
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass50,706 miles (+3,730)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,706 miles
    Test number
    825062952700
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking

  8. Pass46,976 miles (+1,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,976 miles
    Test number
    326782204381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass45,020 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,020 miles
    Test number
    536926093115
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low

  10. Fail45,020 miles (+18)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,020 miles
    Test number
    286323693417
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureSteering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteFront brakes did not lock out during brake test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low

  11. Pass45,002 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,002 miles
    Test number
    217856372267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth outer sills holed, but not within prescribed areas
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on edges
    • NoteCorrosion in sills and o/s/r quarter panel
    • NoteMovement in front subframe mounting bushes

  12. Fail45,002 miles (+9)2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,002 miles
    Test number
    467716472280
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth outer sills holed, but not within prescribed areas
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on edges
    • NoteCorrosion in sills and o/s/r quarter panel
    • NoteMovement in front subframe mounting bushes

  13. Pass44,993 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,993 miles
    Test number
    566170671263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion boot floor and both outer sills
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn low inner edge

  14. Fail44,993 miles (+1,980)9 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,993 miles
    Test number
    769969661256
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion boot floor and both outer sills
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn low inner edge

  15. Pass43,013 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,013 miles
    Test number
    230211070219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion in o/s/r quarter panel and o/s of boot floor

  16. Fail43,013 miles (+5,084)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,013 miles
    Test number
    720400070208
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion in o/s/r quarter panel and o/s of boot floor

  17. Pass37,929 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,929 miles
    Test number
    171245079220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing

  18. Fail37,929 miles (+4,217)9 failures2 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,929 miles
    Test number
    431224679295
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing

  19. Pass33,712 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,712 miles
    Test number
    102875978278
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion boot floor
    • NoteCorrosion n/s outer sill
    • NoteO/s outer sill holed but not within prescribed area

  20. Fail33,708 miles (+5,171)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,708 miles
    Test number
    422423578269
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteCorrosion boot floor
    • NoteCorrosion n/s outer sill
    • NoteO/s outer sill holed but not within prescribed area

  21. Pass28,537 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,537 miles
    Test number
    241815677205
    • NoteBoth outter sill corroded
    • NoteCorrosion of boot floor
    • NoteOff side front steering rack boot slightly split

  22. Fail28,537 miles (+5,896)3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,537 miles
    Test number
    630965777295
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteBoth outter sill corroded
    • NoteCorrosion of boot floor
    • NoteOff side front steering rack boot slightly split

  23. Pass22,641 miles (+5,442)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,641 miles
    Test number
    602181066233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    17,199 miles
    Test number
    381073175427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T387 ABT

Does T387 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T387 ABT is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T387 ABT?
The MOT on T387 ABT is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T387 ABT done?
T387 ABT was recorded at 57,012 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 1,948 miles a year.
Has T387 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T387 ABT has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on T387 ABT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T387 ABT find?
T387 ABT passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: under sealed all under body.

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