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White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

W5 MKHMOT history

W5 MKH is a white petrol MINI first used on 14 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 136,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

W5 MKH white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2025
Mileage
136,357 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 MKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 MKH was last recorded at 136,357 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 4,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jan 2023: 115,258 miles, lower than 127,660 miles on 24 Feb 2022.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,758 miles · 13 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,599 miles
Average per year
7,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,357 miles
  • 2023 – 131,758 miles
  • 2022 – 127,660 miles
  • 2021 – 122,997 miles
  • 2020 – 119,775 miles
  • 2019 – 115,877 miles
  • 2018 – 111,732 miles
  • 2017 – 111,279 miles
  • 2016 – 101,903 miles
  • 2014 – 88,559 miles
  • 2013 – 73,487 miles
  • 2012 – 58,216 miles
  • 2011 – 50,638 miles
  • 2010 – 39,252 miles
  • 2009 – 31,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,357 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Reverse lights not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,357 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    136,357 miles
    Test number
    971820226052
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail136,349 miles (+4,591)1 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,349 miles
    Test number
    399311271484
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    131,758 miles
    Test number
    668573646072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,258 miles (-12,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,258 miles
    Test number
    256195532402
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel-arch area on both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,660 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,660 miles
    Test number
    885823895086
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  6. Fail127,572 miles (+4,575)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,572 miles
    Test number
    609603064950
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  7. Pass122,997 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,997 miles
    Test number
    719599368896
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  8. Fail122,997 miles (+3,222)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,997 miles
    Test number
    631439244633
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  9. Pass119,775 miles (+3,898)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,775 miles
    Test number
    294287607401
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT, REAR & MAIN BRAKE PIPES RUSTY (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/S REAR BRAKE EFFICENCY READINGS LOWER THAN O/S
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS RUSTY
    • AdvisoryREAR WASHERS INOPERATIVE
    • AdvisoryTYRE PRESSURE WARING LIGHT ON

  10. Pass115,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,877 miles
    Test number
    417907731344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,877 miles (+4,145)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,877 miles
    Test number
    629336987328
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  12. Pass111,732 miles (+453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,732 miles
    Test number
    146583640636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass111,279 miles (+9,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    111,279 miles
    Test number
    485429636690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass101,903 miles (+615)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    101,903 miles
    Test number
    277221316654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,288 miles (+12,729)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,288 miles
    Test number
    372529873396
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass88,559 miles (+15,072)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    88,559 miles
    Test number
    469139544438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,487 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,487 miles
    Test number
    785901313397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,399 miles (+15,183)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,399 miles
    Test number
    329179803390
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass58,216 miles (+7,578)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,216 miles
    Test number
    505573092147
    • NoteExaust tail box rusty
    • NoteFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish
    • NoteOffside reverse light inop

  20. Pass50,638 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    796134891161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,625 miles (+11,373)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,625 miles
    Test number
    438307281170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,252 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,252 miles
    Test number
    162462580185
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split on ends
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  23. Pass39,252 miles (+7,974)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,252 miles
    Test number
    201582580429
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split on ends
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  24. Pass31,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,278 miles
    Test number
    222080979465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 MKH

Does W5 MKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W5 MKH expired on 12 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W5 MKH?
The MOT on W5 MKH expired on 12 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W5 MKH done?
W5 MKH was recorded at 136,357 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 7,214 miles a year.
Has W5 MKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 MKH has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on W5 MKH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W5 MKH find?
W5 MKH passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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