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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

X21 SWNMOT history

X21 SWN is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

X21 SWN blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
92,844 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X21 SWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X21 SWN was last recorded at 92,844 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 292 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,552 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
292 miles
Average per year
3,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,844 miles
  • 2025 – 92,552 miles
  • 2024 – 90,539 miles
  • 2022 – 90,035 miles
  • 2021 – 88,245 miles
  • 2020 – 86,775 miles
  • 2019 – 86,695 miles
  • 2017 – 85,098 miles
  • 2016 – 82,528 miles
  • 2015 – 80,100 miles
  • 2014 – 73,060 miles
  • 2013 – 66,422 miles
  • 2012 – 60,627 miles
  • 2011 – 53,220 miles
  • 2010 – 46,247 miles
  • 2009 – 37,766 miles
  • 2008 – 30,353 miles
  • 2007 – 25,137 miles
  • 2006 – 16,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,844 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,844 miles (+292)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,844 miles
    Test number
    861608247248
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,552 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    92,552 miles
    Test number
    927313469921
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail92,549 miles (+2,010)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    414765782226
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass90,539 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,539 miles
    Test number
    942903592108
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail90,539 miles (+504)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,539 miles
    Test number
    984113152196
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,035 miles (+1,790)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,035 miles
    Test number
    655940969331
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,245 miles (+1,470)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,245 miles
    Test number
    196953220885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded but not weakened

  8. Pass86,775 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,775 miles
    Test number
    431376867153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail86,770 miles (+75)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    170105251732
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass86,695 miles (+1,597)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,695 miles
    Test number
    187698504613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust silencer corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  11. Pass85,098 miles (+2,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,098 miles
    Test number
    773902506320
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass82,528 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,528 miles
    Test number
    386774242366
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail82,528 miles (+2,428)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,528 miles
    Test number
    726266507212
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass80,100 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,100 miles
    Test number
    819519105007
    • NoteRear exhaust has heavy corrosion

  15. Fail80,097 miles (+7,037)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,097 miles
    Test number
    238839505047
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel tyre ring butting but not displaced from its seating (4.2.B.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust has heavy corrosion

  16. Pass73,060 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,060 miles
    Test number
    259913604074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust has heavy corrosion

  17. Fail73,059 miles (+6,637)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,059 miles
    Test number
    428783504049
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust has heavy corrosion

  18. Pass66,422 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    445564203041
    • NoteO/s and n/s front discs lipped and pads low

  19. Fail66,420 miles (+5,793)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,420 miles
    Test number
    669354503052
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front discs lipped and pads low

  20. Pass60,627 miles (+7,407)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,627 miles
    Test number
    739609402082
    • Note2 rear tyres worn to limit
    • NoteSlight front exhaust blow

  21. Pass53,220 miles (+6,973)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,220 miles
    Test number
    919126801056
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing uneven

  22. Pass46,247 miles (+8,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,247 miles
    Test number
    321635900036
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass37,766 miles (+7,413)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,766 miles
    Test number
    451598509024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,353 miles (+5,216)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,353 miles
    Test number
    474657078035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,137 miles (+8,152)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,137 miles
    Test number
    451686787022
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass16,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,985 miles
    Test number
    313563356021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X21 SWN

Does X21 SWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X21 SWN expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X21 SWN?
The MOT on X21 SWN expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X21 SWN done?
X21 SWN was recorded at 92,844 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 3,762 miles a year.
Has X21 SWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X21 SWN has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X21 SWN 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 X21 SWN find?
X21 SWN failed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 8 more.

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