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MINI (R57)

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

THE 98MOT history

THE 98 is a red petrol MINI (R57) first used on 18 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 36,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
36,788 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
THE 98
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MINI
Model
(R57)
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

THE 98 was last recorded at 36,788 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 779 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,009 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
779 miles
Average per year
1,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,788 miles
  • 2025 – 36,009 miles
  • 2024 – 34,927 miles
  • 2023 – 33,393 miles
  • 2021 – 29,488 miles
  • 2020 – 28,299 miles
  • 2019 – 27,181 miles
  • 2018 – 26,065 miles
  • 2017 – 24,796 miles
  • 2016 – 22,961 miles
  • 2015 – 21,521 miles
  • 2014 – 18,824 miles
  • 2013 – 16,240 miles
  • 2012 – 12,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,788 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,788 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    36,788 miles
    Test number
    749748856738
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail36,788 miles (+779)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,788 miles
    Test number
    829397532983
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass36,009 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    36,009 miles
    Test number
    954432649121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail36,009 miles (+1,082)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,009 miles
    Test number
    893930696405
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass34,927 miles (+1,534)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    34,927 miles
    Test number
    953409683438
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass33,393 miles (+3,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    33,393 miles
    Test number
    551380998671
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  7. Pass29,488 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    541015897385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,299 miles (+1,118)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    28,299 miles
    Test number
    298180803029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,181 miles (+1,116)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    27,181 miles
    Test number
    823981829040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,065 miles (+1,269)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    26,065 miles
    Test number
    669804608184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,796 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    24,796 miles
    Test number
    313215217489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,961 miles (+1,440)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    22,961 miles
    Test number
    883247911858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,521 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    21,521 miles
    Test number
    120234366122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,824 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    18,824 miles
    Test number
    205490154327
    • NoteWipers starting to split on ends but still clearing screen

  15. Fail18,824 miles (+2,584)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,824 miles
    Test number
    707650354388
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteWipers starting to split on ends but still clearing screen

  16. Fail16,240 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,240 miles
    Test number
    648082253330
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  17. Pass16,240 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    16,240 miles
    Test number
    856912853300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    12,285 miles
    Test number
    147403452390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about THE 98

What vehicle is registration THE 98 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show THE 98 on a red petrol MINI (R57) first used on 18 Dec 2009. 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 THE 98 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on THE 98 is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on THE 98?
The MOT on THE 98 is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has THE 98 done?
THE 98 was recorded at 36,788 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 1,792 miles a year.
Has THE 98 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. THE 98 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on THE 98 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 THE 98 find?
THE 98 passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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