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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

T8 CYVMOT history

T8 CYV is a blue petrol MINI first used on 30 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 139,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
139,585 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 CYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 CYV was last recorded at 139,585 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 386 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,199 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
386 miles
Average per year
5,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,585 miles
  • 2025 – 139,199 miles
  • 2024 – 138,659 miles
  • 2023 – 138,092 miles
  • 2022 – 135,985 miles
  • 2021 – 123,375 miles
  • 2020 – 117,875 miles
  • 2019 – 110,881 miles
  • 2018 – 103,325 miles
  • 2017 – 98,961 miles
  • 2016 – 94,595 miles
  • 2015 – 88,914 miles
  • 2014 – 83,129 miles
  • 2013 – 78,254 miles
  • 2012 – 76,953 miles
  • 2011 – 74,085 miles
  • 2010 – 70,151 miles
  • 2009 – 57,940 miles
  • 2008 – 44,608 miles
  • 2007 – 31,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,585 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe under car near sub-frame (2.1.5 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe behind pump unit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipe behind pump unit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,585 miles (+386)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    139,585 miles
    Test number
    428485479182
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe under car near sub-frame (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass139,199 miles (+540)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,199 miles
    Test number
    234835520086
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint and rear silencer leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brakes (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass138,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    138,659 miles
    Test number
    888576320661
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe behind pump unit (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipe behind pump unit (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail138,659 miles (+567)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,659 miles
    Test number
    797937867104
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe behind pump unit (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipe behind pump unit (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass138,092 miles (+2,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,092 miles
    Test number
    928869032267
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass135,985 miles (+12,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    135,985 miles
    Test number
    379708120102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,375 miles (+5,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,375 miles
    Test number
    761977396010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass117,875 miles (+175)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,875 miles
    Test number
    241279263521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail117,700 miles (+6,819)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,700 miles
    Test number
    640434704316
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass110,881 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    110,881 miles
    Test number
    532524095858
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  11. Fail110,879 miles (+7,554)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,879 miles
    Test number
    413912593593
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPS light on
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  12. Pass103,325 miles (+4,364)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,325 miles
    Test number
    726253032529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass98,961 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,961 miles
    Test number
    922261194035
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking side walls

  14. Fail98,961 miles (+4,366)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,961 miles
    Test number
    674330103768
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking side walls

  15. Pass94,595 miles (+125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,595 miles
    Test number
    629333257686
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light on

  16. Fail94,470 miles (+5,556)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,470 miles
    Test number
    548678938518
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light on

  17. Pass88,914 miles (+5,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,914 miles
    Test number
    124666026245
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  18. Pass83,129 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,129 miles
    Test number
    988175164230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,097 miles (+4,843)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,097 miles
    Test number
    788652864260
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass78,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,254 miles
    Test number
    436777663252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,254 miles (+24)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,254 miles
    Test number
    719226463268
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail78,230 miles (+1,277)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,230 miles
    Test number
    446052163221
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass76,953 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,953 miles
    Test number
    617224142256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,085 miles (+3,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,085 miles
    Test number
    676846951206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass70,151 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    70,151 miles
    Test number
    483288830239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail70,131 miles (+12,191)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,131 miles
    Test number
    490097830224
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  27. Pass57,940 miles (+13,332)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,940 miles
    Test number
    870668559211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,608 miles (+12,736)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,608 miles
    Test number
    460022268224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,872 miles
    Test number
    700164167246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 CYV

Does T8 CYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 CYV is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 CYV?
The MOT on T8 CYV is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 CYV done?
T8 CYV was recorded at 139,585 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 5,673 miles a year.
Has T8 CYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 CYV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T8 CYV 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 T8 CYV find?
T8 CYV passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint, and 4 more.

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