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Rover Classic Mini

Red · Petrol · 1963 · 848 cc

TFA 821MOT history

TFA 821 is a red petrol Rover Classic Mini first used on 11 Dec 1963. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 18,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
18,756 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
34 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TFA 821
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rover
Model
Classic Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
848 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
11 Dec 1963
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TFA 821 was last recorded at 18,756 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,744 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
34 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,756 miles
  • 2025 – 18,744 miles
  • 2024 – 18,720 miles
  • 2023 – 18,691 miles
  • 2022 – 18,682 miles
  • 2021 – 18,660 miles
  • 2020 – 18,638 miles
  • 2019 – 18,607 miles
  • 2018 – 18,570 miles
  • 2017 – 18,546 miles
  • 2016 – 18,500 miles
  • 2015 – 18,463 miles
  • 2014 – 18,431 miles
  • 2013 – 18,409 miles
  • 2012 – 18,390 miles
  • 2011 – 18,330 miles
  • 2010 – 18,285 miles
  • 2009 – 18,211 miles
  • 2008 – 18,139 miles
  • 2007 – 18,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,756 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    18,756 miles
    Test number
    987860863601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail18,755 miles (+11)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,755 miles
    Test number
    342521704046
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass18,744 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    18,744 miles
    Test number
    777783036293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass18,720 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    18,720 miles
    Test number
    415923638441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass18,691 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    18,691 miles
    Test number
    158495092058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,682 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    18,682 miles
    Test number
    452383102268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass18,660 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    18,660 miles
    Test number
    837177481923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass18,638 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    18,638 miles
    Test number
    343193724378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,607 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    18,607 miles
    Test number
    578096734773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,570 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    18,570 miles
    Test number
    163622821908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,546 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    18,546 miles
    Test number
    173506634069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,500 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    18,500 miles
    Test number
    192288473639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,463 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    18,463 miles
    Test number
    651657284370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,431 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    18,431 miles
    Test number
    489451154221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,409 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    18,409 miles
    Test number
    207810143264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,390 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,390 miles
    Test number
    588297532292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,330 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,330 miles
    Test number
    285172941216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,285 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,285 miles
    Test number
    914792130208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,211 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,211 miles
    Test number
    181357349272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,194 miles (+55)2 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,194 miles
    Test number
    640083639234
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  21. Pass18,139 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,139 miles
    Test number
    951905958281
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail18,139 miles (+26)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,139 miles
    Test number
    812445258278
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass18,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    18,113 miles
    Test number
    323970447496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail18,113 miles1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,113 miles
    Test number
    420740347267
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f steering arm
    • NoteVehicle coated in black wax underneath

Questions about TFA 821

What vehicle is registration TFA 821 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TFA 821 on a red petrol Rover Classic Mini first used on 11 Dec 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TFA 821 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TFA 821 is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on TFA 821?
The MOT on TFA 821 is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TFA 821 done?
TFA 821 was recorded at 18,756 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 34 miles a year.
Has TFA 821 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TFA 821 has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on TFA 821 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 TFA 821 find?
TFA 821 passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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