MINI
Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc
T40 TGPMOT history
T40 TGP is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,285 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 3 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 101,285 mi
- At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 19
- 14 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 5,985 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T40 TGP
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 1 Sept 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T40 TGP was last recorded at 101,285 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 9,683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 91,602 miles · 4 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 9,683 miles
- Average per year
- 5,985 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 101,285 miles
- 2025 – 91,602 miles
- 2024 – 82,130 miles
- 2023 – 71,519 miles
- 2022 – 65,101 miles
- 2020 – 57,102 miles
- 2019 – 49,035 miles
- 2018 – 43,854 miles
- 2017 – 38,469 miles
- 2016 – 33,412 miles
- 2015 – 27,918 miles
- 2014 – 21,129 miles
- 2012 – 16,142 miles
- 2011 – 14,175 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass101,285 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
RUN FLAT AND NON RUN FLAT TYRES FITTED TO VEHICLE
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
19 tests since 12 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass101,285 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 101,285 miles
- Test number
- 946015501449
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail101,283 miles (+9,681)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,283 miles
- Test number
- 550352945976
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass91,602 miles (+96)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 91,602 miles
- Test number
- 178602188472
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail91,506 miles (+9,376)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,506 miles
- Test number
- 863007198204
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass82,130 miles (+98)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 82,130 miles
- Test number
- 678309378704
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRUN FLAT AND NON RUN FLAT TYRES FITTED TO VEHICLE
Fail82,032 miles (+10,513)5 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,032 miles
- Test number
- 850350777749
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRUN FLAT AND NON RUN FLAT TYRES FITTED TO VEHICLE
Pass71,519 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 71,519 miles
- Test number
- 929474248300
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,509 miles (+6,408)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,509 miles
- Test number
- 745438096639
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Pass65,101 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 65,101 miles
- Test number
- 935195998464
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,101 miles (+7,999)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,101 miles
- Test number
- 966357831181
- DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
Pass57,102 miles (+8,067)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 57,102 miles
- Test number
- 197317175902
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has a cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass49,035 miles (+5,181)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 49,035 miles
- Test number
- 156061541944
- AdvisoryO/s/f tyre approaching limit 205/45/17/v
- AdvisoryOil leak on the engine
- AdvisorySlight movement in the o/s f ball joint
Pass43,854 miles (+5,385)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 43,854 miles
- Test number
- 910215205056
- AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
- AdvisoryNail in n/s/f tyre
- AdvisoryOil leak on the engine
- AdvisoryWater leak on the engine
Pass38,469 miles (+5,057)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 38,469 miles
- Test number
- 232118729218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,412 miles (+5,494)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 33,412 miles
- Test number
- 538509369875
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,918 miles (+6,789)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 27,918 miles
- Test number
- 695912585022
- NoteFront inner brake pads on limit
- NoteN/s/f tyre is on tread wear indicators
Pass21,129 miles (+4,987)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 21,129 miles
- Test number
- 246523884068
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteO/s/r wheel has some damage
Pass16,142 miles (+1,967)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 16,142 miles
- Test number
- 516219672063
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,175 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 14,175 miles
- Test number
- 687185351242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T40 TGP
- Does T40 TGP currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 TGP is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T40 TGP?
- The MOT on T40 TGP is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T40 TGP done?
- T40 TGP was recorded at 101,285 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,985 miles a year.
- Has T40 TGP ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T40 TGP has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on T40 TGP 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 T40 TGP find?
- T40 TGP passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.
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