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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

V5 GLDMOT history

V5 GLD is a red petrol MINI first used on 1 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 86,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

V5 GLD red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,685 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 GLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 GLD was last recorded at 86,685 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2008: 45,341 miles, lower than 114,809 miles on 15 Nov 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,683 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,685 miles
  • 2025 – 86,166 miles
  • 2024 – 85,697 miles
  • 2023 – 85,169 miles
  • 2022 – 83,699 miles
  • 2021 – 81,790 miles
  • 2019 – 80,899 miles
  • 2018 – 78,395 miles
  • 2017 – 77,198 miles
  • 2016 – 75,860 miles
  • 2015 – 74,070 miles
  • 2014 – 71,650 miles
  • 2013 – 69,039 miles
  • 2011 – 66,429 miles
  • 2010 – 50,270 miles
  • 2008 – 45,341 miles
  • 2007 – 114,809 miles
  • 2006 – 28,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,685 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.

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,685 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,685 miles
    Test number
    433031870409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail86,683 miles (+517)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,683 miles
    Test number
    591585556311
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  3. Pass86,166 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    196270473373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,697 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,697 miles
    Test number
    412035989421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,169 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,169 miles
    Test number
    690131430793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,165 miles (+1,466)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,165 miles
    Test number
    106730672974
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass83,699 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,699 miles
    Test number
    672167258943
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail83,694 miles (+1,904)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,694 miles
    Test number
    401437032286
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass81,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,790 miles
    Test number
    966781834318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,790 miles (+891)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,790 miles
    Test number
    165697011143
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass80,899 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,899 miles
    Test number
    561064264831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,822 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,822 miles
    Test number
    988922646165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,395 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,395 miles
    Test number
    756901796903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,198 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,198 miles
    Test number
    825642050073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,860 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    168109081639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,859 miles (+1,789)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,859 miles
    Test number
    958553926244
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  17. Pass74,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,070 miles
    Test number
    589965715098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,070 miles (+2,420)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,070 miles
    Test number
    166862715088
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass71,650 miles (+17)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    208751224072
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges
  20. Fail71,633 miles (+2,594)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,633 miles
    Test number
    188246814046
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges
  21. Pass69,039 miles (+6)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,039 miles
    Test number
    186309803019
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working
  22. Fail69,033 miles (+2,604)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,033 miles
    Test number
    827198203008
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working
  23. Pass66,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    167884661353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,429 miles (+8,631)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    206584961380
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  25. Pass57,798 miles (+7,528)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,798 miles
    Test number
    816283411040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,270 miles (+4,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,270 miles
    Test number
    120942810452
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  27. Pass45,341 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    501184038354
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn,pitted and corroded on inner surfaces
  28. Fail45,341 miles (-69,468)3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    961274738311
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn,pitted and corroded on inner surfaces
  29. Pass114,809 miles (+86,452)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    114,809 miles
    Test number
    624779917347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,357 miles (+3,732)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,357 miles
    Test number
    774791126369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass24,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,625 miles
    Test number
    240152276412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 GLD

Does V5 GLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 GLD is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 GLD?
The MOT on V5 GLD is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 GLD done?
V5 GLD was recorded at 86,685 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 3,166 miles a year.
Has V5 GLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 GLD has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 GLD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V5 GLD find?
V5 GLD passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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