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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

V21 RSDMOT history

V21 RSD is a grey petrol MINI first used on 19 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

V21 RSD grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,491 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 RSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 RSD was last recorded at 116,491 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 6,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,223 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,268 miles
Average per year
5,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,491 miles
  • 2024 – 110,223 miles
  • 2023 – 109,722 miles
  • 2022 – 107,177 miles
  • 2021 – 102,013 miles
  • 2020 – 96,958 miles
  • 2019 – 80,814 miles
  • 2018 – 80,248 miles
  • 2017 – 78,420 miles
  • 2016 – 76,442 miles
  • 2015 – 73,570 miles
  • 2014 – 65,970 miles
  • 2013 – 58,280 miles
  • 2012 – 51,599 miles
  • 2011 – 41,489 miles
  • 2010 – 33,833 miles
  • 2009 – 25,838 miles
  • 2008 – 20,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,491 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes/Brake hose ferrules are 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,491 miles (+6,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,491 miles
    Test number
    446132025805
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes/Brake hose ferrules are corroded

  2. Pass110,223 miles (+501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    110,223 miles
    Test number
    952566950409
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass109,722 miles (+2,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,722 miles
    Test number
    761803092149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low

  4. Pass107,177 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,177 miles
    Test number
    350590358064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,013 miles (+5,055)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,013 miles
    Test number
    388139838759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,958 miles (+16,144)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,958 miles
    Test number
    225390951268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,814 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    511983597138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,248 miles (+1,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,248 miles
    Test number
    544675182718
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Pass78,420 miles (+1,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,420 miles
    Test number
    890130738562
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass76,442 miles (+2,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,442 miles
    Test number
    658783856390
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass73,570 miles (+7,600)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,570 miles
    Test number
    178229335165
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass65,970 miles (+178)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,970 miles
    Test number
    319208114193
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail65,792 miles (+7,512)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    236969604102
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass58,280 miles (+43)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,280 miles
    Test number
    765942513165
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail58,237 miles (+6,638)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,237 miles
    Test number
    208420113180
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass51,599 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,599 miles
    Test number
    606496612174
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail51,599 miles (+10,110)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,599 miles
    Test number
    169702712135
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass41,489 miles (+7,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,489 miles
    Test number
    856891101122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass33,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,833 miles
    Test number
    882166390027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,833 miles (+7,995)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,833 miles
    Test number
    324626190041
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass25,838 miles (+5,237)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,838 miles
    Test number
    173688579495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,601 miles
    Test number
    104310178438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V21 RSD

Does V21 RSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 RSD is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V21 RSD?
The MOT on V21 RSD is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 RSD done?
V21 RSD was recorded at 116,491 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,397 miles a year.
Has V21 RSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 RSD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on V21 RSD 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 V21 RSD find?
V21 RSD passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: brake pipes/brake hose ferrules are corroded.

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