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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T461 KOFMOT history

T461 KOF is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 6 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 12,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
12,135 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T461 KOF
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
6 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T461 KOF was last recorded at 12,135 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Oct 2016: 26,783 miles, lower than 102,574 miles on 16 Sept 2016.
  • 16 Feb 2018: 8,767 miles, lower than 28,881 miles on 21 Feb 2017.

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
12,107 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 12,135 miles
  • 2025 – 11,304 miles
  • 2020 – 11,280 miles
  • 2018 – 8,767 miles
  • 2017 – 28,881 miles
  • 2016 – 28,872 miles
  • 2015 – 95,731 miles
  • 2014 – 95,422 miles
  • 2013 – 94,319 miles
  • 2012 – 86,288 miles
  • 2011 – 83,905 miles
  • 2010 – 79,702 miles
  • 2009 – 76,953 miles
  • 2008 – 72,480 miles
  • 2007 – 65,479 miles
  • 2006 – 61,819 miles
  • 2005 – 56,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,135 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,135 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    12,135 miles
    Test number
    582328720490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail12,107 miles (+803)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,107 miles
    Test number
    244332788599
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (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 Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass11,304 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    11,304 miles
    Test number
    923839746861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail11,289 miles (+9)1 dangerous7 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,289 miles
    Test number
    354095739809
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail11,280 miles (+2,513)1 dangerous9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,280 miles
    Test number
    880861106659
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass8,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    8,767 miles
    Test number
    124466834808
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  7. Fail8,767 miles (-20,114)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,767 miles
    Test number
    587840152604
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber insecure lower mounting bolt loose (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  8. Pass28,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    28,881 miles
    Test number
    983916329536
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail28,881 miles (+9)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,881 miles
    Test number
    289400692385
    • FailureBraking system leaking brake pipe up to offside rear hose (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail28,872 miles (+2,089)17 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,872 miles
    Test number
    825754144934
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top shocker mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mounting point/floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top shocker mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer panel (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBattery terminals loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail26,783 miles (-75,791)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,783 miles
    Test number
    421405158154
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor and sub frame area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor and sub frame area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryAll welding marked in yellow

  12. Fail102,574 miles (+6,843)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,574 miles
    Test number
    907512990169
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort linkage/cable operation restricted (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket missing/fractured
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 78% worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded on off side
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slight play in near side front and off side rear

  13. Pass95,731 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    95,731 miles
    Test number
    855541576521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,699 miles (+277)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,699 miles
    Test number
    588373149842
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass95,422 miles (+1,103)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,422 miles
    Test number
    187948224267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,319 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    255688273297
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

  17. Pass94,319 miles (+8,031)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    935398373257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,288 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,288 miles
    Test number
    238576272204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,274 miles (+2,369)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,274 miles
    Test number
    886506562293
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass83,905 miles (+4,203)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,905 miles
    Test number
    196716761200
    • 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)
    • NoteO s f shock absorber cover missing

  21. Pass79,702 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    573986660235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail79,701 miles (+2,748)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,701 miles
    Test number
    332724560266
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass76,953 miles (+4,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,953 miles
    Test number
    172655669221
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  24. Pass72,480 miles (+7,001)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    72,480 miles
    Test number
    853435158200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r brake adjuster snapped

  25. Pass65,479 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    65,479 miles
    Test number
    454665217213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,819 miles (+5,585)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    61,819 miles
    Test number
    201581496462
    • NoteRear fog light bracket corroded bonnet lock starting to seize

  27. Pass56,234 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    56,234 miles
    Test number
    792887885149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail55,812 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,812 miles
    Test number
    212470985123
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T461 KOF

Does T461 KOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T461 KOF is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T461 KOF?
The MOT on T461 KOF is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T461 KOF done?
T461 KOF was recorded at 12,135 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026.
Has T461 KOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T461 KOF has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T461 KOF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T461 KOF find?
T461 KOF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; offside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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