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Brown · Diesel · 2010 · 1,560 cc

V40 MKBMOT history

V40 MKB is a brown diesel MINI first used on 26 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 110,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

V40 MKB brown MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
110,921 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 MKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
26 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 MKB was last recorded at 110,921 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 2,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,513 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,408 miles
Average per year
4,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,921 miles
  • 2025 – 108,513 miles
  • 2024 – 103,656 miles
  • 2023 – 98,389 miles
  • 2022 – 97,199 miles
  • 2021 – 94,493 miles
  • 2020 – 89,625 miles
  • 2019 – 84,410 miles
  • 2018 – 79,005 miles
  • 2017 – 73,621 miles
  • 2016 – 70,407 miles
  • 2015 – 64,509 miles
  • 2014 – 58,682 miles
  • 2013 – 52,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,921 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,921 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    110,921 miles
    Test number
    314336464914
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail110,921 miles (+2,408)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,921 miles
    Test number
    266079785437
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system At flex join area (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Brake pipe leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass108,513 miles (+4,857)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,513 miles
    Test number
    110536629001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    862146561290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
  5. Fail103,656 miles (+5,267)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    820357900811
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
  6. Pass98,389 miles (+1,190)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    757220467956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,199 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,199 miles
    Test number
    417966735918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,194 miles (+2,701)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,194 miles
    Test number
    760619091249
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side sticking on (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass94,493 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,493 miles
    Test number
    249583502341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,625 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,625 miles
    Test number
    667580621957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose
  11. Fail89,621 miles (+5,211)2 major1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,621 miles
    Test number
    272521143432
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured pad sensor (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and lense cover missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened burnt red (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose
  12. Pass84,410 miles (+5,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,410 miles
    Test number
    939184558299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass79,005 miles (+5,384)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,005 miles
    Test number
    260182932485
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  14. Pass73,621 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,621 miles
    Test number
    752758302131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,407 miles (+5,898)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,407 miles
    Test number
    377190530933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,509 miles (+5,827)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    559343316083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,682 miles (+6,246)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,682 miles
    Test number
    828089214389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,436 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,436 miles
    Test number
    168869813341
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  19. Pass52,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,436 miles
    Test number
    178489913378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 MKB

Does V40 MKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 MKB is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 MKB?
The MOT on V40 MKB is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 MKB done?
V40 MKB was recorded at 110,921 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 4,564 miles a year.
Has V40 MKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 MKB has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V40 MKB 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 V40 MKB find?
V40 MKB passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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