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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

W5 PODMOT history

W5 POD is a black petrol MINI first used on 22 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 116,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

W5 POD black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,464 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 POD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 POD was last recorded at 116,464 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 5,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,658 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,806 miles
Average per year
5,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,464 miles
  • 2024 – 110,658 miles
  • 2023 – 106,756 miles
  • 2022 – 103,757 miles
  • 2021 – 99,968 miles
  • 2020 – 95,630 miles
  • 2019 – 92,950 miles
  • 2018 – 90,563 miles
  • 2017 – 86,805 miles
  • 2016 – 81,808 miles
  • 2015 – 76,333 miles
  • 2014 – 72,293 miles
  • 2013 – 65,362 miles
  • 2012 – 61,605 miles
  • 2011 – 55,923 miles
  • 2010 – 50,612 miles
  • 2009 – 38,476 miles
  • 2008 – 28,543 miles
  • 2007 – 20,670 miles
  • 2006 – 16,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,464 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split at small end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Both (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,464 miles (+5,806)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,464 miles
    Test number
    183131511949
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split at small end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Both (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass110,658 miles (+3,902)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    372074110537
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy Slightly rough in operation (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,756 miles (+2,999)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,756 miles
    Test number
    906922721518
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass103,757 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,757 miles
    Test number
    995925088966
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and also cracked or perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail103,757 miles (+3,789)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,757 miles
    Test number
    539984564005
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and also cracked or perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass99,968 miles (+4,338)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,968 miles
    Test number
    114739506983
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ALSO CRACKING/PERISHING (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass95,630 miles (+76)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,630 miles
    Test number
    284829494336
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock Absorbers Corroded

  8. Fail95,554 miles (+2,604)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,554 miles
    Test number
    821125085994
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking Pipes Onto Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock Absorbers Corroded

  9. Pass92,950 miles (+2,387)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,950 miles
    Test number
    518390977368
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Backbox rubbers broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash

  10. Pass90,563 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,563 miles
    Test number
    212601384076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail90,563 miles (+3,758)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,563 miles
    Test number
    164949215575
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass86,805 miles (+4,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,805 miles
    Test number
    346502341062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass81,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,808 miles
    Test number
    809953352464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/15/84H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing thin on the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail81,808 miles (+5,475)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,808 miles
    Test number
    456179821197
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/15/84H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing thin on the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass76,333 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,333 miles
    Test number
    493640902247
    • AdvisoryCentre rear exhaust corroded -partially insecure
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering hose s-slight seepage

  16. Fail76,333 miles (+4,040)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,333 miles
    Test number
    399723188260
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre rear exhaust corroded -partially insecure
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering hose s-slight seepage

  17. Pass72,293 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,293 miles
    Test number
    327563954455
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Fail72,291 miles (+6,929)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    346973254261
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  19. Pass65,362 miles (+3,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,362 miles
    Test number
    336366123463
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass61,605 miles (+5,682)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,605 miles
    Test number
    975238202200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,923 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,923 miles
    Test number
    885989491191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,612 miles
    Test number
    340274000455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,612 miles (+12,136)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,612 miles
    Test number
    382674600417
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass38,476 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,476 miles
    Test number
    391328689148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail38,474 miles (+9,931)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,474 miles
    Test number
    942307989140
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass28,543 miles (+7,873)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,543 miles
    Test number
    362230808419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,670 miles (+4,149)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,670 miles
    Test number
    561194107213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,521 miles
    Test number
    133587206296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 POD

Does W5 POD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 POD is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on W5 POD?
The MOT on W5 POD is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 POD done?
W5 POD was recorded at 116,464 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 5,193 miles a year.
Has W5 POD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 POD has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on W5 POD 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 POD find?
W5 POD passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split at small end; all rear suspension slightly corroded; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, and 4 more.

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