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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

V7 MAEMOT history

V7 MAE is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 67,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

V7 MAE black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
67,979 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 MAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 MAE was last recorded at 67,979 miles on 28 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,968 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,979 miles
  • 2025 – 64,504 miles
  • 2024 – 61,017 miles
  • 2023 – 55,863 miles
  • 2022 – 51,638 miles
  • 2021 – 47,223 miles
  • 2020 – 42,879 miles
  • 2019 – 38,236 miles
  • 2018 – 37,046 miles
  • 2016 – 33,562 miles
  • 2015 – 30,723 miles
  • 2014 – 29,079 miles
  • 2013 – 27,457 miles
  • 2012 – 25,201 miles
  • 2011 – 21,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,979 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner face (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,979 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,979 miles
    Test number
    870784210160
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner face (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail67,968 miles (+79)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    306193553632
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner face (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail67,889 miles (+3,385)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,889 miles
    Test number
    242970912787
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both sides (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured All 3 indicators are slightly discoloured on the O/S. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass64,504 miles (+34)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    64,504 miles
    Test number
    858121969560
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail64,470 miles (+3,453)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,470 miles
    Test number
    893220204642
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass61,017 miles (+5,154)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    61,017 miles
    Test number
    686280554969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,863 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    55,863 miles
    Test number
    480882201210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,638 miles
    Test number
    501353043596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail51,638 miles (+4,415)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,638 miles
    Test number
    813508384147
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass47,223 miles (+4,344)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    47,223 miles
    Test number
    620421168602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,879 miles (+4,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    42,879 miles
    Test number
    246848127510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass38,236 miles (+20)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,236 miles
    Test number
    714836087086
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail38,216 miles (+1,170)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,216 miles
    Test number
    266330401137
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass37,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    37,046 miles
    Test number
    596557708064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,046 miles (+3,484)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,046 miles
    Test number
    145022856155
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass33,562 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    367535670840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,723 miles (+1,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    30,723 miles
    Test number
    401788012863
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass29,079 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,079 miles
    Test number
    805718204313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,457 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,457 miles
    Test number
    516305553265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,201 miles
    Test number
    569802352192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,179 miles (+3,591)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,179 miles
    Test number
    666252552148
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  22. Pass21,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,588 miles
    Test number
    928375901121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 MAE

Does V7 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 MAE is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 MAE?
The MOT on V7 MAE is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 MAE done?
V7 MAE was recorded at 67,979 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,069 miles a year.
Has V7 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 MAE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 MAE 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 MAE find?
V7 MAE passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; fuel cap seal deteriorated, and 2 more.

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