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Rover Mini

Red and Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,275 cc

W5 FLXMOT history

W5 FLX is a red and silver petrol Rover Mini first used on 28 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 6,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

W5 FLX red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
6,523 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 FLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 FLX was last recorded at 6,523 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Mar 2019: 348 miles, lower than 70,391 miles on 7 Jan 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
5,597 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 6,523 miles
  • 2025 – 5,597 miles
  • 2024 – 3,998 miles
  • 2021 – 3,010 miles
  • 2020 – 2,555 miles
  • 2019 – 348 miles
  • 2015 – 70,391 miles
  • 2012 – 70,339 miles
  • 2011 – 62,917 miles
  • 2009 – 44,039 miles
  • 2008 – 33,769 miles
  • 2007 – 30,939 miles
  • 2006 – 28,727 miles
  • 2005 – 27,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass6,523 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass6,523 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    6,523 miles
    Test number
    604263252417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass5,597 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    5,597 miles
    Test number
    801092538659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass3,998 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    3,998 miles
    Test number
    540509148099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass3,010 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    3,010 miles
    Test number
    138549258386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass2,555 miles (+2,207)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    2,555 miles
    Test number
    420001010332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass348 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    348 miles
    Test number
    597033472462
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose rubbing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake hose rubbing

  7. Fail348 miles (-70,043)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    348 miles
    Test number
    955684026258
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings track rod end mounting arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose rubbing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake hose rubbing

  8. Pass70,391 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,391 miles
    Test number
    448967805010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch missing

  9. Fail70,391 miles (+52)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,391 miles
    Test number
    147145605023
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch missing

  10. Pass70,339 miles (+89)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,339 miles
    Test number
    745634002126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Fail70,250 miles (+7,333)1 dangerous15 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,250 miles
    Test number
    487028512087
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine missfire emmissions passed

  12. Pass62,917 miles (+14)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,917 miles
    Test number
    239067421073
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteREAR VALANCE CORRODED
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  13. Fail62,903 miles (+18,864)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,903 miles
    Test number
    148320321468
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOFFSIDE PARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE SLIGHTLY LOW
    • NoteREAR VALANCE CORRODED
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  14. Pass44,039 miles (+10,270)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,039 miles
    Test number
    793625589217
    • NoteRear valance starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight corrosion starting on both outer sills
    • NoteSlight corrosion starting on rear subframe
    • NoteSlight imbalance on rear brakes

  15. Pass33,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,769 miles
    Test number
    360030188476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,769 miles (+2,830)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,769 miles
    Test number
    553620188262
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass30,939 miles (+2,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,939 miles
    Test number
    833537977291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass28,727 miles (+1,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    28,727 miles
    Test number
    590053696270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass27,082 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    27,082 miles
    Test number
    501881385256
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about W5 FLX

Does W5 FLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 FLX is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 FLX?
The MOT on W5 FLX is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 FLX done?
W5 FLX was recorded at 6,523 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026.
Has W5 FLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 FLX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on W5 FLX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W5 FLX find?
W5 FLX passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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