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Purple · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

V683 JKKMOT history

V683 JKK is a purple petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2022
Mileage
43,682 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V683 JKK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V683 JKK was last recorded at 43,682 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,508 miles · 5 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
174 miles
Average per year
1,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 43,682 miles
  • 2021 – 43,508 miles
  • 2020 – 43,221 miles
  • 2018 – 43,038 miles
  • 2017 – 42,585 miles
  • 2015 – 42,112 miles
  • 2014 – 41,508 miles
  • 2012 – 41,195 miles
  • 2011 – 40,737 miles
  • 2010 – 39,574 miles
  • 2009 – 38,068 miles
  • 2008 – 37,099 miles
  • 2007 – 36,864 miles
  • 2006 – 23,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail43,682 miles
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside Boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside Boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front Cross member near arm mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside boot area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail43,682 miles (+174)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,682 miles
    Test number
    260462442637
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside Boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside Boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front Cross member near arm mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass43,508 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    43,508 miles
    Test number
    391026095120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,221 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,221 miles
    Test number
    463134056169
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside boot area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail43,219 miles (+28)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,219 miles
    Test number
    846608969642
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside boot area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail43,191 miles (+153)1 dangerous13 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,191 miles
    Test number
    830765132122
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Torsion bar (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Grease-able (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Torsion bar (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Grease-able (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded in places, Not structural
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded, has hole. not structural
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Cross member mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass43,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    43,038 miles
    Test number
    830727707803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail43,038 miles (+453)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,038 miles
    Test number
    940473661358
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass42,585 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,585 miles
    Test number
    267293878264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,112 miles (+604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,112 miles
    Test number
    206408545118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass41,508 miles (+313)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,508 miles
    Test number
    215509004097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail41,195 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,195 miles
    Test number
    219238112300
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass41,195 miles (+458)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,195 miles
    Test number
    348148412315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass40,737 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,737 miles
    Test number
    625026501328
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls in poor condition
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail40,736 miles (+1,162)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,736 miles
    Test number
    345823591213
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls in poor condition
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass39,574 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,574 miles
    Test number
    810579590239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,068 miles
    Test number
    490502429267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,068 miles (+969)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,068 miles
    Test number
    344428919499
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass37,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,099 miles
    Test number
    292081168409
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail37,099 miles (+235)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,099 miles
    Test number
    451351668148
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass36,864 miles (+12,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,864 miles
    Test number
    581296037113
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass23,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,992 miles
    Test number
    582816466095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V683 JKK

Does V683 JKK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V683 JKK expired on 9 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V683 JKK?
The MOT on V683 JKK expired on 9 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V683 JKK done?
V683 JKK was recorded at 43,682 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 1,173 miles a year.
Has V683 JKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V683 JKK has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V683 JKK 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 V683 JKK find?
V683 JKK failed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 5 major defects and 7 advisories: front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi; offside front headlamp aim too low; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 9 more.

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