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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

X18 AAXMOT history

X18 AAX is a red petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

X18 AAX red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
84,969 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 AAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 AAX was last recorded at 84,969 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 3,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,057 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,912 miles
Average per year
3,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,969 miles
  • 2025 – 81,057 miles
  • 2023 – 80,615 miles
  • 2022 – 77,467 miles
  • 2021 – 72,892 miles
  • 2020 – 65,081 miles
  • 2019 – 61,484 miles
  • 2018 – 59,375 miles
  • 2017 – 57,205 miles
  • 2016 – 55,111 miles
  • 2015 – 51,467 miles
  • 2014 – 48,045 miles
  • 2013 – 46,269 miles
  • 2012 – 42,787 miles
  • 2011 – 37,729 miles
  • 2010 – 33,172 miles
  • 2009 – 26,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,969 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,969 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    84,969 miles
    Test number
    556398564249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,057 miles (+442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    81,057 miles
    Test number
    646558657750
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass80,615 miles (+3,148)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    940263721547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass77,467 miles (+4,575)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,467 miles
    Test number
    603557322050
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded around axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded around axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass72,892 miles (+7,811)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,892 miles
    Test number
    808394797579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,081 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    65,081 miles
    Test number
    177822134139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,570 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    64,570 miles
    Test number
    659411067052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,484 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    61,484 miles
    Test number
    945464816928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,375 miles
    Test number
    996622438050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,373 miles (+2,168)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,373 miles
    Test number
    459806000574
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded cross (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass57,205 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,205 miles
    Test number
    865744756396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,195 miles (+2,084)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,195 miles
    Test number
    730959764767
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
  13. Pass55,111 miles (+3,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,111 miles
    Test number
    545304716999
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass51,467 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,467 miles
    Test number
    566641085171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,045 miles (+1,776)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,045 miles
    Test number
    205482994159
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise condition of front and rear brake discs advise condition of wiper blades
  16. Pass46,269 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,269 miles
    Test number
    847969193073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail46,269 miles (+3,482)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,269 miles
    Test number
    846439193036
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass42,787 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,787 miles
    Test number
    726386982182
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
  19. Fail42,787 miles (+5,058)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,787 miles
    Test number
    756146682100
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSuspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
  20. Pass37,729 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,729 miles
    Test number
    826937451234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,803 miles (+3,631)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,803 miles
    Test number
    648190791016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted/corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted/corroded
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass33,172 miles (+6,256)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,172 miles
    Test number
    172442870038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHand brake lever releases when knocked due to modification due to disability controls
  23. Pass26,916 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,916 miles
    Test number
    222770279051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about X18 AAX

Does X18 AAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 AAX is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 AAX?
The MOT on X18 AAX is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 AAX done?
X18 AAX was recorded at 84,969 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,438 miles a year.
Has X18 AAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 AAX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on X18 AAX 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 X18 AAX find?
X18 AAX passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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