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Gold · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

V18 KARMOT history

V18 KAR is a gold petrol MINI first used on 29 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 177,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

V18 KAR gold MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
177,097 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 KAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 KAR was last recorded at 177,097 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 5,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,736 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,361 miles
Average per year
7,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,097 miles
  • 2025 – 171,736 miles
  • 2024 – 167,035 miles
  • 2023 – 161,908 miles
  • 2022 – 155,044 miles
  • 2021 – 149,383 miles
  • 2020 – 146,405 miles
  • 2019 – 143,349 miles
  • 2018 – 137,135 miles
  • 2017 – 130,648 miles
  • 2016 – 124,822 miles
  • 2015 – 117,365 miles
  • 2014 – 106,959 miles
  • 2013 – 98,173 miles
  • 2012 – 86,923 miles
  • 2011 – 76,628 miles
  • 2010 – 66,842 miles
  • 2009 – 57,823 miles
  • 2008 – 44,136 miles
  • 2007 – 31,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,097 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components generally corroded.

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.

  • General corrosion.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,097 miles (+5,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    177,097 miles
    Test number
    401325107915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components generally corroded.

  2. Pass171,736 miles (+4,701)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    171,736 miles
    Test number
    506493914919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv joint boot leaking grease / deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper spring missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened further investigation recommended. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image clarity poor.RECTIFICATION RECOMMENDED.
    • AdvisoryTrailing arms corroded.

  3. Pass167,035 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    167,035 miles
    Test number
    205424760053
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail167,022 miles (+5,114)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,022 miles
    Test number
    283552669394
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass161,908 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,908 miles
    Test number
    879981430490
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.

  6. Fail161,818 miles (+6,774)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,818 miles
    Test number
    947746052628
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.

  7. Pass155,044 miles (+5,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    155,044 miles
    Test number
    470446719505
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass149,383 miles (+2,978)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,383 miles
    Test number
    400316886257
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded, RECTIFICATION RECOMMENDED.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake noisy, further investigation recommended.
    • AdvisoryRear brakes can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield poorly secured, rectification recommended.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.

  9. Pass146,405 miles (+3,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    146,405 miles
    Test number
    595457050611
    • AdvisoryN/side rear brake requires service or repair

  10. Pass143,349 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    143,349 miles
    Test number
    134298276677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail143,314 miles (+6,179)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,314 miles
    Test number
    249341862368
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper nipple damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

  12. Pass137,135 miles (+6,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    137,135 miles
    Test number
    543307884857
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion.

  13. Pass130,648 miles (+5,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,648 miles
    Test number
    132287340987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass124,822 miles (+7,457)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    124,822 miles
    Test number
    234122938132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre splitting, replacement recommended.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing uneven and cracking
    • AdvisoryRear brakes dragging slightly

  15. Pass117,365 miles (+10,406)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,365 miles
    Test number
    677315515251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,959 miles (+8,786)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,959 miles
    Test number
    306726094122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,173 miles (+11,250)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    98,173 miles
    Test number
    719216503280
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass86,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,923 miles
    Test number
    929897902223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,914 miles (+10,286)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,914 miles
    Test number
    609227002291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  20. Pass76,628 miles (+9,786)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,628 miles
    Test number
    669940711269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,842 miles (+9,019)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,842 miles
    Test number
    234147090453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear discs very heavily worn on the inner faces.

  22. Pass57,823 miles (+13,687)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,823 miles
    Test number
    731764199126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,136 miles (+12,977)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,136 miles
    Test number
    133627408217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,159 miles (+643)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    31,159 miles
    Test number
    700898997120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,516 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,516 miles
    Test number
    313436737173
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass30,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,516 miles
    Test number
    770216837173
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about V18 KAR

Does V18 KAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 KAR is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 KAR?
The MOT on V18 KAR is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 KAR done?
V18 KAR was recorded at 177,097 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 7,541 miles a year.
Has V18 KAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 KAR has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V18 KAR 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 V18 KAR find?
V18 KAR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension components generally corroded..

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