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White and Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

V5 CRAMOT history

V5 CRA is a white and black petrol MINI first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

V5 CRA white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,940 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 CRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 CRA was last recorded at 77,940 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 4,009 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,931 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,009 miles
Average per year
3,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,940 miles
  • 2025 – 73,931 miles
  • 2024 – 72,908 miles
  • 2023 – 70,264 miles
  • 2022 – 67,920 miles
  • 2021 – 64,269 miles
  • 2020 – 61,776 miles
  • 2019 – 59,754 miles
  • 2018 – 56,955 miles
  • 2017 – 54,551 miles
  • 2016 – 50,739 miles
  • 2015 – 45,535 miles
  • 2014 – 40,478 miles
  • 2013 – 36,178 miles
  • 2012 – 32,418 miles
  • 2011 – 27,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,940 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,940 miles (+4,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,940 miles
    Test number
    756658218237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass73,931 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    73,931 miles
    Test number
    317571044118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,908 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,908 miles
    Test number
    563327131852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Fail72,906 miles (+2,642)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,906 miles
    Test number
    951255998364
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Pass70,264 miles (+2,344)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,264 miles
    Test number
    347273273877
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  6. Pass67,920 miles (+3,651)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,920 miles
    Test number
    281474086666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,269 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    64,269 miles
    Test number
    525305794938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,776 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,776 miles
    Test number
    552972351148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,754 miles (+2,799)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,754 miles
    Test number
    490770898039
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass56,955 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,955 miles
    Test number
    665672598004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,551 miles (+3,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,551 miles
    Test number
    824626622758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,739 miles
    Test number
    826901399210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail50,739 miles (+5,204)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,739 miles
    Test number
    749851325134
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass45,535 miles (+15)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    965585255004
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  15. Fail45,520 miles (+5,042)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,520 miles
    Test number
    719044055065
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  16. Pass40,478 miles (+4,300)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,478 miles
    Test number
    937717134011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,178 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    36,178 miles
    Test number
    686144023088
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  18. Fail36,178 miles (+3,760)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,178 miles
    Test number
    868654523094
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  19. Pass32,418 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,418 miles
    Test number
    116205852464
    • NoteAdvise - front tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Fail32,399 miles (+4,726)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,399 miles
    Test number
    428023852075
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass27,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    27,673 miles
    Test number
    855534951058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 CRA

Does V5 CRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 CRA is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 CRA?
The MOT on V5 CRA is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 CRA done?
V5 CRA was recorded at 77,940 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,333 miles a year.
Has V5 CRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 CRA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V5 CRA 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 V5 CRA find?
V5 CRA passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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