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Red and White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T547 SPAMOT history

T547 SPA is a red and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 76,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2023
Mileage
76,561 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2024
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T547 SPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
1 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T547 SPA was last recorded at 76,561 miles on 1 May 2024, 1,308 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,253 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,308 miles
Average per year
2,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 76,561 miles
  • 2022 – 75,253 miles
  • 2021 – 73,266 miles
  • 2019 – 72,035 miles
  • 2018 – 70,838 miles
  • 2017 – 70,700 miles
  • 2016 – 70,592 miles
  • 2015 – 70,326 miles
  • 2014 – 69,375 miles
  • 2013 – 65,570 miles
  • 2012 – 64,592 miles
  • 2010 – 61,133 miles
  • 2009 – 56,347 miles
  • 2008 – 52,715 miles
  • 2007 – 39,526 miles
  • 2006 – 32,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail76,561 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT failures 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)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail76,561 miles (+1,308)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,561 miles
    Test number
    577768471646
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass75,253 miles (+1,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,253 miles
    Test number
    713921785586
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,266 miles
    Test number
    225165436060
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,266 miles (+1,231)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,266 miles
    Test number
    938947583367
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,035 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,035 miles
    Test number
    516471375429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,031 miles (+1,193)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,031 miles
    Test number
    515731685094
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,838 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,838 miles
    Test number
    725306399668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,832 miles (+132)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,832 miles
    Test number
    914822617592
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass70,700 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    445811894433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,689 miles (+97)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,689 miles
    Test number
    514388908534
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  11. Pass70,592 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    70,592 miles
    Test number
    877656804247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Fail70,586 miles (+260)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,586 miles
    Test number
    955714741872
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass70,326 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    259794915122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,315 miles (+940)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    938422915146
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  15. Pass69,375 miles (+3,805)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,375 miles
    Test number
    786858614191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside side repeater lamp incomplete
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear subframe and front floorpans

  16. Pass65,570 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,570 miles
    Test number
    335947203143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front suspension trumpet lower balljoint gators insecure

  17. Fail65,570 miles (+978)8 failures2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,570 miles
    Test number
    667086703193
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • 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 testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front suspension trumpet lower balljoint gators insecure

  18. Pass64,592 miles (+3,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,592 miles
    Test number
    688001222175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass61,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,133 miles
    Test number
    444175020184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,133 miles (+4,786)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,133 miles
    Test number
    154609910139
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass56,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,347 miles
    Test number
    192130629119
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail56,347 miles (+3,632)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,347 miles
    Test number
    443689619138
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass52,715 miles (+13,189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,715 miles
    Test number
    980138308181
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail39,526 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,526 miles
    Test number
    702805497062
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNsr tyre perrished

  25. Pass39,526 miles (+7,469)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,526 miles
    Test number
    773645297000
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNsr tyre perrished

  26. Fail32,057 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,057 miles
    Test number
    604806796042
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  27. Pass32,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,057 miles
    Test number
    774676696082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T547 SPA

Does T547 SPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T547 SPA expired on 13 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T547 SPA?
The MOT on T547 SPA expired on 13 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T547 SPA done?
T547 SPA was recorded at 76,561 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2024, an average of 2,463 miles a year.
Has T547 SPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T547 SPA has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T547 SPA 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 T547 SPA find?
T547 SPA failed its latest MOT on 1 May 2024 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, and 4 more.

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