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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

V31 AKSMOT history

V31 AKS is a black petrol MINI first used on 5 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 73,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

V31 AKS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
73,398 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 AKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 AKS was last recorded at 73,398 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 7,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
66,311 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,087 miles
Average per year
5,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,398 miles
  • 2024 – 66,311 miles
  • 2023 – 59,430 miles
  • 2022 – 54,991 miles
  • 2021 – 49,805 miles
  • 2020 – 45,634 miles
  • 2019 – 40,870 miles
  • 2018 – 35,070 miles
  • 2017 – 28,473 miles
  • 2016 – 19,384 miles
  • 2015 – 12,066 miles
  • 2014 – 8,035 miles
  • 2013 – 7,733 miles
  • 2012 – 6,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,398 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,398 miles (+7,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    73,398 miles
    Test number
    959044398498
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass66,311 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    649829413581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in front and rear subframes
  3. Fail66,311 miles (+6,881)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    485497956052
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in front and rear subframes
  4. Pass59,430 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    59,430 miles
    Test number
    429146337892
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail59,430 miles (+4,439)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,430 miles
    Test number
    119868458268
    • Repaired at testOffside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Latch stuck open (3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass54,991 miles (+5,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    619205321759
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass49,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    49,805 miles
    Test number
    680312574967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,805 miles (+4,171)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,805 miles
    Test number
    790958775438
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass45,634 miles (+4,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,634 miles
    Test number
    307203443879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass40,870 miles (+5,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,870 miles
    Test number
    807918949445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass35,070 miles (+6,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,070 miles
    Test number
    352025719004
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly wearing uneven and perished
  12. Pass28,473 miles (+9,089)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    28,473 miles
    Test number
    329973631407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,384 miles (+7,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    19,384 miles
    Test number
    375088877146
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
  14. Pass12,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    12,066 miles
    Test number
    126214049050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail12,066 miles (+4,031)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,066 miles
    Test number
    417160338526
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
  16. Pass8,035 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    8,035 miles
    Test number
    466057504430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass7,733 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    7,733 miles
    Test number
    386127683440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    6,515 miles
    Test number
    445483282220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V31 AKS

Does V31 AKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 AKS is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V31 AKS?
The MOT on V31 AKS is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 AKS done?
V31 AKS was recorded at 73,398 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 5,090 miles a year.
Has V31 AKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 AKS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on V31 AKS 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 V31 AKS find?
V31 AKS passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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