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White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T851 MAUMOT history

T851 MAU is a white petrol Rover Mini first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 99,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,611 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T851 MAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T851 MAU was last recorded at 99,611 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,341 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
270 miles
Average per year
2,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,611 miles
  • 2025 – 99,341 miles
  • 2024 – 99,130 miles
  • 2023 – 99,069 miles
  • 2022 – 99,041 miles
  • 2020 – 98,165 miles
  • 2019 – 97,740 miles
  • 2018 – 97,377 miles
  • 2016 – 96,589 miles
  • 2015 – 95,987 miles
  • 2014 – 94,918 miles
  • 2013 – 92,785 miles
  • 2012 – 90,855 miles
  • 2011 – 90,802 miles
  • 2010 – 82,757 miles
  • 2009 – 78,304 miles
  • 2008 – 71,955 miles
  • 2007 – 65,432 miles
  • 2006 – 58,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,611 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,611 miles (+270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,611 miles
    Test number
    902641146261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass99,341 miles (+211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    146054898096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass99,130 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,130 miles
    Test number
    406564098835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail99,101 miles (+32)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,101 miles
    Test number
    416872197179
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner whee arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass99,069 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    99,069 miles
    Test number
    801903810789
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass99,041 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,041 miles
    Test number
    217242908104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,165 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,165 miles
    Test number
    209908094834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,119 miles (+379)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,119 miles
    Test number
    675372384953
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering locking device ineffective top arm ball joint (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting (floor) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering locking device ineffective top arm inner ball joint (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view advise attention (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass97,740 miles (+363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,740 miles
    Test number
    409036811268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass97,377 miles (+788)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,377 miles
    Test number
    711511821737
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise attention to corrosion on lower part of offside door
    • AdvisoryAdvise attention to corrosion on nearside front door step
  11. Pass96,589 miles (+602)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,589 miles
    Test number
    820185268976
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear lower edge of inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear on inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear lower edge of inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryReduced efficiency on offside rear parking brake advise attention
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Pass95,987 miles (+1,069)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    95,987 miles
    Test number
    176136015208
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  13. Pass94,918 miles (+2,133)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,918 miles
    Test number
    757379284185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBattery clamp loose,advise repair
    • NotePrevious welded repairs undersealed
    • NoteSlight noise on nearside rear wheel bearing,advise repair
    • NoteSlight noise on offside rear wheel bearing,advise replacement
  14. Pass92,785 miles (+2)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,785 miles
    Test number
    315260813249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteSpare wheel well slightly corroded
  15. Fail92,783 miles (+1,928)1 dangerous4 failures10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    339160393115
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre under inflated
    • NoteUnderside of spare wheel well slightly corroded
  16. Pass90,855 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    90,855 miles
    Test number
    248942902271
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre pressure low
  17. Fail90,854 miles (+52)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,854 miles
    Test number
    389691402457
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre pressure low
  18. Fail90,802 miles (+8,045)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    778494721074
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass82,757 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,757 miles
    Test number
    834433530003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise front number plate cracked
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f and n/s/r floor slighty corroded
  20. Fail82,757 miles (+4,453)6 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,757 miles
    Test number
    392518120070
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise front number plate cracked
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f and n/s/r floor slighty corroded
  21. Pass78,304 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    78,304 miles
    Test number
    880116479059
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoot floor corroded & has been repaired in the past
    • NoteFloor areas corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded
    • NoteSills corroded
  22. Fail78,303 miles (+6,348)8 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    994142679023
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoot floor corroded & has been repaired in the past
    • NoteFloor areas corroded
    • NoteRear subframe corroded
    • NoteSills corroded
  23. Pass71,955 miles (+6,523)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    860672658059
    • NoteSlight bind from o/s/r brake
    • NoteSlight play in suspension ball joints
  24. Fail65,432 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,432 miles
    Test number
    784604657094
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s hand-brake lever seizing up
    • NoteO/s headlight lens cracked
  25. Pass65,432 miles (+7,134)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,432 miles
    Test number
    821424857054
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s hand-brake lever seizing up
    • NoteO/s headlight lens cracked
  26. Pass58,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,298 miles
    Test number
    450018266057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,298 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,298 miles
    Test number
    973448966044
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about T851 MAU

Does T851 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T851 MAU is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T851 MAU?
The MOT on T851 MAU is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T851 MAU done?
T851 MAU was recorded at 99,611 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 2,059 miles a year.
Has T851 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T851 MAU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T851 MAU 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 T851 MAU find?
T851 MAU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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