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Purple · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

T70 JTCMOT history

T70 JTC is a purple petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
128,948 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 JTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 JTC was last recorded at 128,948 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 10,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,735 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,213 miles
Average per year
6,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,948 miles
  • 2025 – 118,735 miles
  • 2024 – 108,732 miles
  • 2023 – 104,122 miles
  • 2022 – 99,988 miles
  • 2021 – 95,513 miles
  • 2020 – 90,222 miles
  • 2019 – 84,588 miles
  • 2018 – 72,503 miles
  • 2017 – 66,025 miles
  • 2016 – 59,806 miles
  • 2015 – 55,869 miles
  • 2014 – 51,403 miles
  • 2013 – 43,839 miles
  • 2012 – 40,854 miles
  • 2011 – 37,841 miles
  • 2010 – 30,869 miles
  • 2009 – 23,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,948 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,948 miles (+10,213)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    128,948 miles
    Test number
    102613233010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass118,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,735 miles
    Test number
    452269699134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail118,734 miles (+10,002)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,734 miles
    Test number
    866404868286
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear reflector missing Both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass108,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    108,732 miles
    Test number
    716063205387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail108,731 miles (+4,609)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,731 miles
    Test number
    995158626388
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass104,122 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,122 miles
    Test number
    803845294221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail104,122 miles (+4,134)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,122 miles
    Test number
    106280005204
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass99,988 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,988 miles
    Test number
    671316991601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail99,987 miles (+4,474)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,987 miles
    Test number
    820013624664
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass95,513 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,513 miles
    Test number
    849002444764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,474 miles (+5,252)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,474 miles
    Test number
    435989383437
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass90,222 miles (+5,634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,222 miles
    Test number
    988128322083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  13. Pass84,588 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,588 miles
    Test number
    958126362961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,587 miles (+12,084)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    615280918556
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass72,503 miles (+6,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,503 miles
    Test number
    286077529349
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded

  16. Pass66,025 miles (+6,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,025 miles
    Test number
    453774145875
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass59,806 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,806 miles
    Test number
    154787129811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,869 miles
    Test number
    887280425017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail55,865 miles (+4,462)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    766610625069
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass51,403 miles (+7,564)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,403 miles
    Test number
    659247434042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,839 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    43,839 miles
    Test number
    635377033007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,854 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,854 miles
    Test number
    525239262015
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on! Tyre pressure warning light on!

  23. Fail40,854 miles (+3,013)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,854 miles
    Test number
    735609162072
    • DangerousBoth front tyres worn very badly in inner and outer edges ,almost through to canvas!
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on! Tyre pressure warning light on!

  24. Pass37,841 miles (+6,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,841 miles
    Test number
    977290571054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass30,869 miles (+7,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,869 miles
    Test number
    182919970413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass23,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,363 miles
    Test number
    503749179005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T70 JTC

Does T70 JTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T70 JTC is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T70 JTC?
The MOT on T70 JTC is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T70 JTC done?
T70 JTC was recorded at 128,948 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 6,045 miles a year.
Has T70 JTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 JTC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T70 JTC 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 T70 JTC find?
T70 JTC passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint; nearside front suspension component pin or bush slightly worn track control arm bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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