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Rover Mini

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T480 KFUMOT history

T480 KFU is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 77,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
77,095 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T480 KFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T480 KFU was last recorded at 77,095 miles on 22 May 2026, 646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,449 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
646 miles
Average per year
1,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,095 miles
  • 2025 – 76,449 miles
  • 2024 – 75,561 miles
  • 2023 – 73,954 miles
  • 2022 – 73,948 miles
  • 2021 – 73,839 miles
  • 2020 – 73,694 miles
  • 2019 – 73,563 miles
  • 2018 – 73,373 miles
  • 2016 – 73,209 miles
  • 2015 – 72,903 miles
  • 2014 – 72,681 miles
  • 2013 – 72,431 miles
  • 2012 – 71,998 miles
  • 2010 – 66,520 miles
  • 2009 – 59,701 miles
  • 2008 – 56,295 miles
  • 2007 – 53,286 miles
  • 2006 – 48,783 miles
  • 2005 – 43,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,095 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2005–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,095 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,095 miles
    Test number
    236467403162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,449 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,449 miles
    Test number
    233696648887
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail76,413 miles (+852)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,413 miles
    Test number
    975948909176
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,561 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,561 miles
    Test number
    220985435163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,954 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    369386109575
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,948 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,948 miles
    Test number
    889982601830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,839 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,839 miles
    Test number
    983494942864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,694 miles (+131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,694 miles
    Test number
    698228062436
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRubber fuel hose from fuel filter perished

  9. Pass73,563 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,563 miles
    Test number
    101443794128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,373 miles (+164)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,373 miles
    Test number
    745121242374
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  11. Pass73,209 miles (+306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,209 miles
    Test number
    853066683904
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades worn

  12. Pass72,903 miles (+222)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,903 miles
    Test number
    646219407940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass72,681 miles (+250)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,681 miles
    Test number
    347392154297
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth sides front suspension units rubber dust boots split/insecure
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber lower mounting rubber damaged

  14. Pass72,431 miles (+433)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,431 miles
    Test number
    837176363231
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass71,998 miles (+5,478)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,998 miles
    Test number
    499502372241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Pass66,520 miles (+6,819)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,520 miles
    Test number
    762632850320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeavly corroded on n/s front sill and o/s front floor pan

  17. Pass59,701 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,701 miles
    Test number
    414229039358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,295 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,295 miles
    Test number
    723277538332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,286 miles (+4,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,286 miles
    Test number
    713006327322
    • 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)

  20. Fail48,783 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,783 miles
    Test number
    700962436335
    • 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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass48,783 miles (+5,200)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    48,783 miles
    Test number
    943762336359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,583 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,583 miles
    Test number
    324662435306
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass43,583 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    43,583 miles
    Test number
    861512735338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T480 KFU

Does T480 KFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T480 KFU is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T480 KFU?
The MOT on T480 KFU is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T480 KFU done?
T480 KFU was recorded at 77,095 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 1,636 miles a year.
Has T480 KFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T480 KFU has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T480 KFU 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 T480 KFU find?
T480 KFU passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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