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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

T8 DSTMOT history

T8 DST is a blue petrol MINI first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,378 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 DST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 DST was last recorded at 138,378 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 1,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,776 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,602 miles
Average per year
5,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,378 miles
  • 2025 – 136,776 miles
  • 2023 – 135,010 miles
  • 2022 – 134,010 miles
  • 2021 – 132,244 miles
  • 2020 – 128,419 miles
  • 2019 – 121,425 miles
  • 2018 – 111,804 miles
  • 2017 – 106,966 miles
  • 2016 – 103,388 miles
  • 2015 – 98,537 miles
  • 2014 – 89,028 miles
  • 2013 – 78,142 miles
  • 2012 – 66,363 miles
  • 2011 – 55,956 miles
  • 2010 – 45,946 miles
  • 2009 – 38,754 miles
  • 2008 – 34,937 miles
  • 2007 – 30,525 miles
  • 2006 – 25,706 miles
  • 2005 – 20,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,378 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,378 miles (+1,602)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,378 miles
    Test number
    701707673035
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass136,776 miles (+1,766)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,776 miles
    Test number
    106134589681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  3. Pass135,010 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,010 miles
    Test number
    786872432645
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail135,010 miles (+1,000)2 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,010 miles
    Test number
    876492062318
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass134,010 miles (+1,766)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    134,010 miles
    Test number
    294711219820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass132,244 miles (+3,825)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    132,244 miles
    Test number
    743441297052
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass128,419 miles (+49)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,419 miles
    Test number
    290830140999
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 Shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail128,370 miles (+6,945)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    502374909546
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall - nail in inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning on
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pipe corroded at union
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear brake pipes

  9. Pass121,425 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,425 miles
    Test number
    449082631726
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner front joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail121,417 miles (+9,613)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,417 miles
    Test number
    317617012507
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level very low.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner front joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,804 miles (+4,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,804 miles
    Test number
    891011716369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing low.

  12. Pass106,966 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,966 miles
    Test number
    302299693232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough lock to lock (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail106,966 miles (+3,578)4 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,966 miles
    Test number
    418682790049
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough lock to lock (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass103,388 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    103,388 miles
    Test number
    940720905439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mounting partially deteriorated

  15. Fail103,388 miles (+4,851)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,388 miles
    Test number
    511682954427
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mounting partially deteriorated

  16. Pass98,537 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,537 miles
    Test number
    619412152351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm slight play in rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail98,537 miles (+9,509)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,537 miles
    Test number
    320062223800
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm slight play in rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass89,028 miles (+300)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,028 miles
    Test number
    868934184249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  19. Fail88,728 miles (+10,586)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    269987374250
    • FailureFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded

  20. Pass78,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    78,142 miles
    Test number
    866701783200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,142 miles (+11,779)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,142 miles
    Test number
    825581783252
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Fail66,363 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    457522282265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass66,363 miles (+10,407)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    726262982224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,956 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,956 miles
    Test number
    239329371221
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass55,956 miles (+10,010)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,956 miles
    Test number
    865059871234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    842732470258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,946 miles (+7,192)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    720790970270
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass38,754 miles (+3,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,754 miles
    Test number
    383191579228
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail34,937 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,937 miles
    Test number
    271272588291
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlightly damp around power steering hose . rear discs inner face slight rusting .

  30. Pass34,937 miles (+4,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,937 miles
    Test number
    740322188203
    • NoteSlightly damp around power steering hose . rear discs inner face slight rusting .

  31. Pass30,525 miles (+4,819)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,525 miles
    Test number
    130591987294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass25,706 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,706 miles
    Test number
    754295686239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass20,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    20,510 miles
    Test number
    932796685227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 DST

Does T8 DST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 DST is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 DST?
The MOT on T8 DST is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 DST done?
T8 DST was recorded at 138,378 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 5,824 miles a year.
Has T8 DST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 DST has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T8 DST 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 DST find?
T8 DST passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective headlight lens dirty; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective headlight lens dirty, and 1 more.

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