
MINI
Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc
V7 MBJMOT history
V7 MBJ is a grey petrol MINI first used on 11 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,319 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 80,319 mi
- At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 21
- 15 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,323 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V7 MBJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 11 Sept 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 1 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
V7 MBJ was last recorded at 80,319 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 80,314 miles · 24 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 5 miles
- Average per year
- 4,323 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 80,319 miles
- 2025 – 75,836 miles
- 2024 – 72,503 miles
- 2023 – 69,505 miles
- 2022 – 65,507 miles
- 2021 – 61,144 miles
- 2020 – 57,334 miles
- 2019 – 52,436 miles
- 2018 – 47,383 miles
- 2017 – 43,381 miles
- 2016 – 37,236 miles
- 2015 – 32,769 miles
- 2014 – 28,400 miles
- 2013 – 24,383 miles
- 2012 – 19,488 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront subframe corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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
Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major2 MOTs, 2025
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major2 MOTs, 2025
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
21 tests since 4 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass80,319 miles (+5)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 80,319 miles
- Test number
- 150401320439
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion
Fail80,314 miles (+4,478)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,314 miles
- Test number
- 177795116886
- 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))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion
Pass75,836 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 75,836 miles
- Test number
- 514027072073
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryAll front and rear subframe and arms undersealed
Fail75,832 miles (+145)4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,832 miles
- Test number
- 917361926688
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mount rubbers worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail75,687 miles (+3,184)2 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,687 miles
- Test number
- 621008850772
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass72,503 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 72,503 miles
- Test number
- 692589426003
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail72,500 miles (+2,995)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,500 miles
- Test number
- 123980039814
- 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))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass69,505 miles (+158)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 69,505 miles
- Test number
- 569702761568
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail69,347 miles (+3,840)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,347 miles
- Test number
- 341895506175
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Pass65,507 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 65,507 miles
- Test number
- 436026850314
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,507 miles (+4,363)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,507 miles
- Test number
- 235516560834
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Pass61,144 miles (+3,810)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 61,144 miles
- Test number
- 788820416871
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,334 miles (+4,898)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 57,334 miles
- Test number
- 768494034700
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,436 miles (+5,053)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 52,436 miles
- Test number
- 442564089200
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass47,383 miles (+4,002)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 47,383 miles
- Test number
- 852791874348
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,381 miles (+6,145)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 43,381 miles
- Test number
- 682776381839
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,236 miles (+4,467)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 37,236 miles
- Test number
- 933531032843
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,769 miles (+4,369)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 32,769 miles
- Test number
- 976388405200
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,400 miles (+4,017)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 28,400 miles
- Test number
- 387409604429
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass24,383 miles (+4,895)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 24,383 miles
- Test number
- 427124323228
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass19,488 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 19,488 miles
- Test number
- 386408042250
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about V7 MBJ
- Does V7 MBJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 MBJ is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on V7 MBJ?
- The MOT on V7 MBJ is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has V7 MBJ done?
- V7 MBJ was recorded at 80,319 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 4,323 miles a year.
- Has V7 MBJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V7 MBJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on V7 MBJ 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 MBJ find?
- V7 MBJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.
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