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MINI John Cooper Works

Green and Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

V7 ASBMOT history

V7 ASB is a green and black petrol MINI John Cooper Works first used on 22 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

V7 ASB green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
59,108 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 ASB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
John Cooper Works
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 ASB was last recorded at 59,108 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 4,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,593 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,515 miles
Average per year
4,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,108 miles
  • 2025 – 54,593 miles
  • 2024 – 48,707 miles
  • 2023 – 46,621 miles
  • 2022 – 44,166 miles
  • 2021 – 41,270 miles
  • 2020 – 37,861 miles
  • 2019 – 33,417 miles
  • 2018 – 29,221 miles
  • 2017 – 22,388 miles
  • 2016 – 18,326 miles
  • 2015 – 13,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,108 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,108 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    124778706114
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail59,108 miles (+4,515)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    688744674343
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,593 miles (+5,886)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    54,593 miles
    Test number
    112791717222
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass48,707 miles (+2,086)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    48,707 miles
    Test number
    437914192460
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass46,621 miles (+2,455)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,621 miles
    Test number
    520724923433
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have small cut in tread

  6. Pass44,166 miles (+2,896)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    44,166 miles
    Test number
    813198474496
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass41,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    41,270 miles
    Test number
    307178373964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail41,270 miles (+3,409)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,270 miles
    Test number
    643631959974
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass37,861 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,861 miles
    Test number
    435937111420
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs are slightly corroded

  10. Fail37,856 miles (+4,439)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,856 miles
    Test number
    516144061738
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs are slightly corroded

  11. Pass33,417 miles (+4,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    33,417 miles
    Test number
    122348475897
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass29,221 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    29,221 miles
    Test number
    928504326375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,388 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    22,388 miles
    Test number
    203771205470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,326 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    18,326 miles
    Test number
    972865458929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    13,947 miles
    Test number
    296564975126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V7 ASB

Does V7 ASB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 ASB is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 ASB?
The MOT on V7 ASB is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 ASB done?
V7 ASB was recorded at 59,108 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,075 miles a year.
Has V7 ASB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 ASB has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 ASB 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 V7 ASB find?
V7 ASB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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