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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.

V7 MBJ grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass80,319 miles
  • 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

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

    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.

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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))
  5. 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))
  6. Pass72,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,503 miles
    Test number
    692589426003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. 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))
  8. Pass69,505 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,505 miles
    Test number
    569702761568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. 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))
  10. Pass65,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,507 miles
    Test number
    436026850314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. 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))
  12. Pass61,144 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,144 miles
    Test number
    788820416871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,334 miles (+4,898)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    57,334 miles
    Test number
    768494034700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. 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))
  15. Pass47,383 miles (+4,002)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,383 miles
    Test number
    852791874348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,381 miles (+6,145)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,381 miles
    Test number
    682776381839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,236 miles (+4,467)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,236 miles
    Test number
    933531032843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,769 miles (+4,369)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,769 miles
    Test number
    976388405200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. 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)
  20. 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)
  21. 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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