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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

T40 GOWMOT history

T40 GOW is a black petrol MINI first used on 26 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
90,254 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 GOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 GOW was last recorded at 90,254 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Dec 2025: 90,253 miles, lower than 95,711 miles on 28 Nov 2024.

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
90,253 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,254 miles
  • 2024 – 95,711 miles
  • 2023 – 90,785 miles
  • 2022 – 88,033 miles
  • 2021 – 85,539 miles
  • 2020 – 81,738 miles
  • 2019 – 75,619 miles
  • 2016 – 74,536 miles
  • 2015 – 64,266 miles
  • 2014 – 57,822 miles
  • 2013 – 53,005 miles
  • 2012 – 48,629 miles
  • 2011 – 44,842 miles
  • 2010 – 41,167 miles
  • 2009 – 37,817 miles
  • 2007 – 32,681 miles
  • 2006 – 27,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,254 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/multiple cuts no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to rear componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPixels on odometer not fully functionalRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear heat shield looseRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • TPMS Light on.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,254 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    90,254 miles
    Test number
    319703650093
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/multiple cuts no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to rear components
    • AdvisoryPixels on odometer not fully functional
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  2. Fail90,253 miles (-5,458)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,253 miles
    Test number
    842833566302
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/multiple cuts no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to rear components
    • AdvisoryPixels on odometer not fully functional
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  3. Pass95,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,711 miles
    Test number
    949989536185
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on.

  4. Fail95,711 miles (+4,926)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,711 miles
    Test number
    412377867667
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on.

  5. Pass90,785 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    90,785 miles
    Test number
    699687078871
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak from rack area
    • AdvisoryT.P.M.S light on

  6. Fail92,103 miles (+4,070)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    218759218528
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak from rack area
    • AdvisoryT.P.M.S light on

  7. Pass88,033 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    88,033 miles
    Test number
    294440304981
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake discs
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on brake pipe to offside front brake hose
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear subframe & suspension components

  8. Fail88,033 miles (+2,494)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,033 miles
    Test number
    158332931070
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryOil and coolant levels low
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on brake pipe to offside front brake hose
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear subframe & suspension components

  9. Pass85,539 miles (+3,801)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,539 miles
    Test number
    957131076252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,738 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    429802714593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail81,738 miles (+6,119)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    935612717337
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass75,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    511633203790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,619 miles (+1,083)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    512393873966
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass74,536 miles (+10,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    74,536 miles
    Test number
    373759010461
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn
    • AdvisorySlight blow rear exhaust joint

  15. Pass64,266 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,266 miles
    Test number
    685715158824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Fail64,266 miles (+2,292)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,266 miles
    Test number
    862653599205
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass61,974 miles (+4,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,974 miles
    Test number
    459593165094
    • AdvisoryInner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass57,822 miles (+4,817)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,822 miles
    Test number
    106088124099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,005 miles (+4,376)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,005 miles
    Test number
    947376323042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn on shoulders

  20. Pass48,629 miles (+3,787)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,629 miles
    Test number
    947275622073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteRear exhurst box rusted

  21. Pass44,842 miles (+3,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,842 miles
    Test number
    517025951021
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass41,167 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    763725550071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,817 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,817 miles
    Test number
    200042049067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,681 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,681 miles
    Test number
    442265757291
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass32,681 miles (+5,299)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,681 miles
    Test number
    744365857285
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass27,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,382 miles
    Test number
    144974246236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 GOW

Does T40 GOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 GOW is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 GOW?
The MOT on T40 GOW is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 GOW done?
T40 GOW was recorded at 90,254 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 3,261 miles a year.
Has T40 GOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 GOW has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 GOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Dec 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T40 GOW find?
T40 GOW passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front inner steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/multiple cuts no cords, and 3 more.

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