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Green and White · Petrol · 2000 · 1,275 cc

V26 CMLMOT history

V26 CML is a green and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 21 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 35,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

V26 CML green Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
35,011 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V26 CML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V26 CML was last recorded at 35,011 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,379 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
632 miles
Average per year
619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,011 miles
  • 2025 – 34,379 miles
  • 2024 – 33,316 miles
  • 2023 – 33,282 miles
  • 2022 – 33,170 miles
  • 2021 – 33,113 miles
  • 2020 – 33,103 miles
  • 2018 – 33,077 miles
  • 2017 – 32,909 miles
  • 2016 – 32,572 miles
  • 2015 – 32,132 miles
  • 2014 – 31,535 miles
  • 2013 – 31,223 miles
  • 2012 – 30,640 miles
  • 2011 – 30,296 miles
  • 2010 – 29,934 miles
  • 2009 – 29,592 miles
  • 2007 – 26,894 miles
  • 2006 – 24,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,011 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Brake servo outer skin has surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both sills have corrosion to front but not within 30cm of any prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,011 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    35,011 miles
    Test number
    865789623886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass34,379 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    34,379 miles
    Test number
    929610932302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass33,966 miles (+650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    33,966 miles
    Test number
    274678025652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in rear wheel bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass33,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    33,316 miles
    Test number
    202113340352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail33,316 miles (+34)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,316 miles
    Test number
    495999589580
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass33,282 miles (+112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    33,282 miles
    Test number
    465719715469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass33,170 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    33,170 miles
    Test number
    129736372583
    • AdvisoryBrake servo outer skin has surface corrosion

  8. Fail33,162 miles (+49)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,162 miles
    Test number
    345134162902
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo outer skin has surface corrosion

  9. Pass33,113 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    33,113 miles
    Test number
    267102397968
    • AdvisoryFront Both outer sills corroded but not within 30cm of any prescribed area

  10. Fail33,112 miles (+9)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,112 miles
    Test number
    946810252458
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass33,103 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    33,103 miles
    Test number
    928389551187
    • AdvisoryBoth sills have corrosion to front but not within 30cm of any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres slight cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail33,102 miles (+25)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,102 miles
    Test number
    400223778870
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Shock operation affected (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills have corrosion to front but not within 30cm of any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres slight cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass33,077 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    33,077 miles
    Test number
    686760337521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass33,031 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    33,031 miles
    Test number
    399987742846
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass32,909 miles (+337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,909 miles
    Test number
    658228890796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch /floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded

  16. Pass32,572 miles (+440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,572 miles
    Test number
    425751721156
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass32,132 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,132 miles
    Test number
    736822415020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail32,132 miles (+597)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,132 miles
    Test number
    637846205043
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass31,535 miles (+312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    725495114088
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass31,223 miles (+583)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,223 miles
    Test number
    356968003017
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteAll tyres lightly perished

  21. Pass30,640 miles (+344)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,640 miles
    Test number
    948423512071
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre starting to perish
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass30,296 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,296 miles
    Test number
    837788611054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Fail30,283 miles (+349)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,283 miles
    Test number
    967853211068
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • Repaired at testSteering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteSlight brake bind O/S/R

  24. Pass29,934 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,934 miles
    Test number
    643750520015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,592 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,592 miles
    Test number
    460978109004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,894 miles
    Test number
    814571867360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,894 miles (+2,625)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,894 miles
    Test number
    630421767327
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  28. Pass24,269 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,269 miles
    Test number
    214461866370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,159 miles
    Test number
    463510916083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail22,159 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,159 miles
    Test number
    124349906406
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V26 CML

Does V26 CML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V26 CML is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V26 CML?
The MOT on V26 CML is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V26 CML done?
V26 CML was recorded at 35,011 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 619 miles a year.
Has V26 CML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 CML has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V26 CML 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 V26 CML find?
V26 CML passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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