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Red and Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,598 cc

W5 ELRMOT history

W5 ELR is a red and black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 3 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 81,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,127 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 ELR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
3 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 ELR was last recorded at 81,127 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,094 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
6,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,127 miles
  • 2025 – 75,349 miles
  • 2024 – 74,921 miles
  • 2023 – 69,420 miles
  • 2022 – 63,894 miles
  • 2021 – 52,059 miles
  • 2020 – 42,689 miles
  • 2019 – 35,184 miles
  • 2018 – 27,195 miles
  • 2017 – 20,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,127 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral heat shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded and damp.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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear, top bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,127 miles (+33)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    802974131573
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded and damp.

  2. Fail81,094 miles (+18)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,094 miles
    Test number
    717826430231
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded and damp.

  3. Fail81,076 miles (+5,727)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,076 miles
    Test number
    676843174187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass75,349 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    75,349 miles
    Test number
    292258384100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail74,921 miles (+5,501)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    209688695115
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to condition of exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass69,420 miles (+5,526)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,420 miles
    Test number
    864281260003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,894 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    63,894 miles
    Test number
    276687740737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear, top bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail63,889 miles (+11,830)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,889 miles
    Test number
    448216001297
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear, top bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass52,059 miles (+42)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    828645122846
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on insides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  10. Fail52,017 miles (+9,328)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,017 miles
    Test number
    361653843241
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak centre join (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on insides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  11. Pass42,689 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,689 miles
    Test number
    477130947192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,688 miles (+7,504)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,688 miles
    Test number
    324704443331
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass35,184 miles (+7,989)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    35,184 miles
    Test number
    626541174752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,195 miles (+6,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    27,195 miles
    Test number
    529207956041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass20,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    20,270 miles
    Test number
    530322355626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail20,268 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,268 miles
    Test number
    460280506397
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about W5 ELR

Does W5 ELR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 ELR is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 ELR?
The MOT on W5 ELR is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 ELR done?
W5 ELR was recorded at 81,127 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 6,657 miles a year.
Has W5 ELR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 ELR has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on W5 ELR 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 W5 ELR find?
W5 ELR passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central heat shield loose; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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