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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

T8 MRVMOT history

T8 MRV is a blue petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
90,022 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 MRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T8 MRV was last recorded at 90,022 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 4,231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,791 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,231 miles
Average per year
4,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,022 miles
  • 2025 – 85,791 miles
  • 2024 – 82,510 miles
  • 2023 – 80,530 miles
  • 2022 – 77,435 miles
  • 2021 – 73,159 miles
  • 2020 – 66,399 miles
  • 2019 – 64,173 miles
  • 2018 – 61,412 miles
  • 2017 – 57,944 miles
  • 2016 – 54,087 miles
  • 2015 – 46,770 miles
  • 2014 – 40,267 miles
  • 2013 – 32,096 miles
  • 2012 – 22,710 miles
  • 2011 – 16,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,022 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,022 miles (+4,231)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,022 miles
    Test number
    436581724815
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass85,791 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,791 miles
    Test number
    539044368602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,510 miles (+1,980)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    82,510 miles
    Test number
    625102613541
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass80,530 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    704608480627
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail80,530 miles (+3,095)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    783181472304
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass77,435 miles (+4,276)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,435 miles
    Test number
    947834888320
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass73,159 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    530021084281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail73,156 miles (+6,757)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,156 miles
    Test number
    154704698411
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass66,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,399 miles
    Test number
    693505376729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,397 miles (+2,224)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,397 miles
    Test number
    845551617783
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s and o/s front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass64,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,173 miles
    Test number
    981451461922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,173 miles (+2,761)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,173 miles
    Test number
    625405854678
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,412 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,412 miles
    Test number
    662950623241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail61,410 miles (+3,466)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,410 miles
    Test number
    220949598998
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass57,944 miles (+3,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,944 miles
    Test number
    236387459463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre split

  16. Pass54,087 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,087 miles
    Test number
    811634486256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,086 miles (+7,316)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,086 miles
    Test number
    354259281001
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass46,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,770 miles
    Test number
    364959672083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,763 miles (+6,496)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,763 miles
    Test number
    834791645135
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass40,267 miles (+8,171)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,267 miles
    Test number
    587078164224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,096 miles (+9,386)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,096 miles
    Test number
    725102983274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,710 miles (+6,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,710 miles
    Test number
    378800282080
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRE TREADS ARE GETTING LOW

  23. Pass16,178 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,178 miles
    Test number
    698802081055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on both the inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the inner edge

Questions about T8 MRV

Does T8 MRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 MRV expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 MRV?
The MOT on T8 MRV expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 MRV done?
T8 MRV was recorded at 90,022 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,749 miles a year.
Has T8 MRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 MRV has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 MRV 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 MRV find?
T8 MRV failed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 2 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 2 more.

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