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Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

V29 GRBMOT history

V29 GRB is a black petrol MINI first used on 16 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 71,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

V29 GRB black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
71,473 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 GRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 GRB was last recorded at 71,473 miles on 26 May 2026, 5,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,894 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,579 miles
Average per year
4,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,473 miles
  • 2025 – 65,894 miles
  • 2024 – 60,447 miles
  • 2023 – 52,220 miles
  • 2021 – 48,782 miles
  • 2020 – 46,718 miles
  • 2019 – 41,608 miles
  • 2018 – 36,136 miles
  • 2017 – 25,854 miles
  • 2016 – 17,693 miles
  • 2015 – 15,823 miles
  • 2014 – 12,263 miles
  • 2013 – 9,752 miles
  • 2012 – 8,393 miles
  • 2011 – 7,157 miles
  • 2010 – 5,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,473 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,473 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,473 miles
    Test number
    615634410055
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail71,473 miles (+5,579)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,473 miles
    Test number
    981321149930
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass65,894 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,894 miles
    Test number
    533709548509
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes, can be heard knocking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail65,884 miles (+5,437)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,884 miles
    Test number
    121057812920
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear exhaust box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes, can be heard knocking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass60,447 miles (+8,227)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    60,447 miles
    Test number
    751801016733
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear exhaust box rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded & worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass52,220 miles (+3,438)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    52,220 miles
    Test number
    388970600906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,782 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,782 miles
    Test number
    963563289988
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail48,782 miles (+2,064)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,782 miles
    Test number
    719535081135
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass46,718 miles (+5,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    820561185611
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
  10. Pass41,608 miles (+5,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,608 miles
    Test number
    109930118631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
  11. Pass36,136 miles (+10,282)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    857164577606
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  12. Pass25,854 miles (+8,161)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    25,854 miles
    Test number
    515062457735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,693 miles (+1,870)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,693 miles
    Test number
    872770325623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,823 miles (+3,560)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    15,823 miles
    Test number
    449927275034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer is corroded.
  15. Pass12,263 miles (+2,511)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,263 miles
    Test number
    426600074010
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded.
  16. Pass9,752 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    9,752 miles
    Test number
    388063473022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,393 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    8,393 miles
    Test number
    436024772063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,157 miles (+1,430)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    7,157 miles
    Test number
    655094571055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    5,727 miles
    Test number
    372290660034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V29 GRB

Does V29 GRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 GRB is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 GRB?
The MOT on V29 GRB is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 GRB done?
V29 GRB was recorded at 71,473 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 4,050 miles a year.
Has V29 GRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 GRB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V29 GRB 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 V29 GRB find?
V29 GRB passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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