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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

V10 VLGMOT history

V10 VLG is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 59,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

V10 VLG black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2027
Mileage
59,986 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V10 VLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V10 VLG was last recorded at 59,986 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,039 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
947 miles
Average per year
2,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,986 miles
  • 2025 – 59,039 miles
  • 2024 – 58,240 miles
  • 2023 – 57,594 miles
  • 2022 – 57,004 miles
  • 2021 – 55,842 miles
  • 2020 – 54,023 miles
  • 2019 – 50,875 miles
  • 2018 – 48,483 miles
  • 2017 – 46,064 miles
  • 2016 – 42,311 miles
  • 2015 – 38,959 miles
  • 2014 – 37,216 miles
  • 2013 – 34,476 miles
  • 2012 – 32,145 miles
  • 2011 – 29,454 miles
  • 2010 – 26,160 miles
  • 2009 – 20,406 miles
  • 2008 – 13,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,986 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,986 miles (+947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    59,986 miles
    Test number
    424793637177
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass59,039 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    59,039 miles
    Test number
    189133976139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySplit in Air intake
    • AdvisorySlight movement up and down in steering wheel not considered excessive

  3. Fail59,028 miles (+788)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,028 miles
    Test number
    595793027061
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySplit in Air intake
    • AdvisorySlight movement up and down in steering wheel not considered excessive

  4. Pass58,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    58,240 miles
    Test number
    773887577599
    • AdvisoryAir intake pipe split.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail58,240 miles (+646)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,240 miles
    Test number
    195403660020
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAir intake pipe split.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass57,594 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,594 miles
    Test number
    367838897935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Fail57,594 miles (+590)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,594 miles
    Test number
    915578479874
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Pass57,004 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    57,004 miles
    Test number
    332195243910
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail56,977 miles (+1,135)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,977 miles
    Test number
    300893406487
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,842 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    55,842 miles
    Test number
    303708061017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer side (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & over 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & over 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Both sides (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight freeplay/knocking detected on steering wheel

  11. Fail55,842 miles (+1,819)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,842 miles
    Test number
    177061786942
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer side (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & over 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & over 10 years old (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Both sides (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight freeplay/knocking detected on steering wheel

  12. Pass54,023 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,023 miles
    Test number
    882855402455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer side (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rubber hanger detached: Both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail54,023 miles (+3,148)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,023 miles
    Test number
    758892935105
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer side (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rubber hanger detached: Both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass50,875 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,875 miles
    Test number
    164249329473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail50,875 miles (+2,392)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,875 miles
    Test number
    503414243514
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass48,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,483 miles
    Test number
    122019612613
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail48,483 miles (+2,419)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,483 miles
    Test number
    134583806231
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass46,064 miles (+3,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,064 miles
    Test number
    941963713627
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass42,311 miles (+3,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,311 miles
    Test number
    673739293085
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass38,959 miles (+551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,959 miles
    Test number
    525342385195
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread bald on inner edge, n/s/f tyre tread bald on both edges

  21. Pass38,408 miles (+1,192)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,408 miles
    Test number
    708860025044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,216 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,216 miles
    Test number
    805656714000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail37,186 miles (+2,710)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,186 miles
    Test number
    376440714059
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass34,476 miles (+2,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    145989303402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass32,145 miles (+2,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,145 miles
    Test number
    465033712036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass29,454 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,454 miles
    Test number
    508541411058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,160 miles (+5,754)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    26,160 miles
    Test number
    552814800001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,406 miles (+7,132)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,406 miles
    Test number
    313409809083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass13,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    13,274 miles
    Test number
    954772738039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V10 VLG

Does V10 VLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V10 VLG is valid until 15 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V10 VLG?
The MOT on V10 VLG is valid until 15 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V10 VLG done?
V10 VLG was recorded at 59,986 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 2,496 miles a year.
Has V10 VLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V10 VLG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V10 VLG 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 V10 VLG find?
V10 VLG passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box.

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