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Blue and Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,275 cc

T9 ETHMOT history

T9 ETH is a blue and silver petrol Rover Mini first used on 9 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 29,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
29,724 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T9 ETH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T9 ETH was last recorded at 29,724 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,717 miles · 12 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,724 miles
  • 2022 – 29,717 miles
  • 2021 – 29,590 miles
  • 2020 – 29,399 miles
  • 2019 – 29,370 miles
  • 2018 – 29,300 miles
  • 2017 – 29,047 miles
  • 2016 – 28,722 miles
  • 2015 – 28,583 miles
  • 2008 – 28,482 miles
  • 2007 – 24,819 miles
  • 2006 – 20,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,724 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rubber grommet missing for wiring through boot floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Battery wiring grommet missing boot floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,724 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    29,724 miles
    Test number
    504542590758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass29,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    29,717 miles
    Test number
    220153235078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail29,717 miles (+127)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,717 miles
    Test number
    362082716834
    • MajorEmissions not tested temp high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  4. Pass29,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    29,590 miles
    Test number
    250779059035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRubber grommet missing for wiring through boot floor
  5. Fail29,590 miles (+191)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,590 miles
    Test number
    454794497812
    • MajorEmissions not tested vehicle over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRubber grommet missing for wiring through boot floor
  6. Pass29,399 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    29,399 miles
    Test number
    597062461929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery wiring grommet missing boot floor
  7. Fail29,399 miles (+29)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,399 miles
    Test number
    522932896961
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery wiring grommet missing boot floor
  8. Pass29,370 miles (+70)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    29,370 miles
    Test number
    151343378414
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Live cable from battery boot floor grommet missing may rub through insulation,advise attention (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper radius arm pot joint rubbers loose,advise attention
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy advise replacement (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front engine tie bar bolt retaining nut missing,advise attention
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass29,300 miles (+253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    29,300 miles
    Test number
    527294975938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass29,047 miles (+325)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,047 miles
    Test number
    175983067044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,722 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,722 miles
    Test number
    940634453547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail28,720 miles (+137)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,720 miles
    Test number
    122768991144
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Radius arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  13. Pass28,583 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,583 miles
    Test number
    709212115280
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Fail28,580 miles (+98)24 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,580 miles
    Test number
    528172505258
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass28,482 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,482 miles
    Test number
    692906388058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,444 miles (+3,625)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,444 miles
    Test number
    253861388071
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  17. Pass24,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,819 miles
    Test number
    642505687009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,819 miles (+4,734)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,819 miles
    Test number
    501160487097
    • 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 rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass20,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,085 miles
    Test number
    402977076008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T9 ETH

Does T9 ETH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T9 ETH is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T9 ETH?
The MOT on T9 ETH is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T9 ETH done?
T9 ETH was recorded at 29,724 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 472 miles a year.
Has T9 ETH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T9 ETH has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T9 ETH 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 T9 ETH find?
T9 ETH passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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