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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

W18 SMSMOT history

W18 SMS is a black petrol MINI first used on 13 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

W18 SMS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,348 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 SMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 SMS was last recorded at 120,348 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 1,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,733 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,615 miles
Average per year
5,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,348 miles
  • 2025 – 118,733 miles
  • 2023 – 109,343 miles
  • 2022 – 101,054 miles
  • 2021 – 97,946 miles
  • 2020 – 93,449 miles
  • 2019 – 89,928 miles
  • 2018 – 83,208 miles
  • 2017 – 77,001 miles
  • 2016 – 73,321 miles
  • 2015 – 67,954 miles
  • 2014 – 60,827 miles
  • 2013 – 55,427 miles
  • 2012 – 50,127 miles
  • 2011 – 46,667 miles
  • 2010 – 35,534 miles
  • 2009 – 25,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,348 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,348 miles (+1,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,348 miles
    Test number
    588230270533
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass118,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,733 miles
    Test number
    804659152208
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail118,733 miles (+9,390)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,733 miles
    Test number
    973946628684
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r tyre perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r tyre perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass109,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,343 miles
    Test number
    462649341973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,343 miles (+8,289)3 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,343 miles
    Test number
    663351264958
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    101,054 miles
    Test number
    954363904115
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Axle Lower Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail101,054 miles (+3,108)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,054 miles
    Test number
    587302503250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Axle Lower Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,946 miles (+4,497)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,946 miles
    Test number
    215466297417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,449 miles (+3,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,449 miles
    Test number
    468033253882
    • AdvisoryFront position lamps dim

  10. Pass89,928 miles (+6,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,928 miles
    Test number
    212874863797
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass83,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,208 miles
    Test number
    414859120675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,208 miles (+6,207)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,208 miles
    Test number
    590347460060
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • 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))

  13. Pass77,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    755092660882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake caliper binding. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Fail77,001 miles (+3,680)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    641083725637
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect near side and off side bulbs incorrectly seated. lights then adjusted. (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake caliper binding. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass73,321 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,321 miles
    Test number
    787883584039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,954 miles (+7,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,954 miles
    Test number
    282252502248
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to perish . Advise replacing soon
    • AdvisoryFloor covers and sideskirts fitted

  17. Pass60,827 miles (+5,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,827 miles
    Test number
    157854504333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass55,427 miles (+5,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,427 miles
    Test number
    398038193411
    • NoteNear side front tyre perished and split on outer edge

  19. Pass50,127 miles (+3,460)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    285548012346
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass46,667 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,667 miles
    Test number
    928301621370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,344 miles (+10,810)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,344 miles
    Test number
    375764241270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,534 miles (+9,706)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,534 miles
    Test number
    604862250221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,828 miles
    Test number
    684711059298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W18 SMS

Does W18 SMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 SMS is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 SMS?
The MOT on W18 SMS is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 SMS done?
W18 SMS was recorded at 120,348 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 5,532 miles a year.
Has W18 SMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 SMS has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on W18 SMS 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 W18 SMS find?
W18 SMS passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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