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Rover Mini

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

X231 YRFMOT history

X231 YRF is a red and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 15 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 45,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

X231 YRF red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
45,548 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 YRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X231 YRF was last recorded at 45,548 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 259 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,289 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
259 miles
Average per year
1,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,548 miles
  • 2025 – 45,289 miles
  • 2024 – 44,743 miles
  • 2023 – 44,203 miles
  • 2022 – 43,473 miles
  • 2021 – 42,979 miles
  • 2020 – 42,026 miles
  • 2019 – 41,590 miles
  • 2018 – 41,127 miles
  • 2017 – 39,883 miles
  • 2016 – 39,824 miles
  • 2015 – 37,852 miles
  • 2014 – 37,499 miles
  • 2013 – 35,289 miles
  • 2012 – 33,440 miles
  • 2011 – 31,605 miles
  • 2010 – 29,414 miles
  • 2009 – 27,787 miles
  • 2008 – 24,511 miles
  • 2007 – 21,459 miles
  • 2006 – 18,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail45,548 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Side Repeater (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail45,548 miles (+259)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,548 miles
    Test number
    202430956470
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Side Repeater (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass45,289 miles (+546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    45,289 miles
    Test number
    911633135103
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass44,743 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    44,743 miles
    Test number
    520636278474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,203 miles (+730)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    44,203 miles
    Test number
    964357867854
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass43,473 miles (+494)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    43,473 miles
    Test number
    806095675530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,979 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    42,979 miles
    Test number
    543063051292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,026 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    42,026 miles
    Test number
    992216566875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,023 miles (+433)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,023 miles
    Test number
    812678196006
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass41,590 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    41,590 miles
    Test number
    606654139024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail41,576 miles (+449)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,576 miles
    Test number
    404924409637
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass41,127 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,127 miles
    Test number
    494517554358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  12. Fail41,116 miles (+1,233)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,116 miles
    Test number
    213591525867
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  13. Pass39,883 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    39,883 miles
    Test number
    718439951766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

  14. Fail39,824 miles (+1,972)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,824 miles
    Test number
    308790184389
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded close to front and back mounts (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded close to back mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded close to front and back mounts (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass37,852 miles (+353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,852 miles
    Test number
    949100169876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass37,499 miles (+482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,499 miles
    Test number
    868147164230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail37,017 miles (+1,728)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,017 miles
    Test number
    339698354271
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass35,289 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,289 miles
    Test number
    977773553298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail35,251 miles (+1,811)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    968629643278
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHole corroded in nearside front of sill but not within a prescribed area

  20. Pass33,440 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,440 miles
    Test number
    548395752282
    • NoteCorrosion on offside front of sill but not within a prescribed area

  21. Fail33,437 miles (+1,832)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,437 miles
    Test number
    835689942280
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion on offside front of sill but not within a prescribed area

  22. Pass31,605 miles (+6)17 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    31,605 miles
    Test number
    185485851270
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteN/s/f sill holed and corroded
    • NoteOuter sills corroded
    • NoteRear fog light discoloured

  23. Fail31,599 miles (+2,185)5 failures17 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,599 miles
    Test number
    359899741465
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteN/s/f sill holed and corroded
    • NoteOuter sills corroded
    • NoteRear fog light discoloured

  24. Pass29,414 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,414 miles
    Test number
    404339850206
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  25. Fail29,414 miles (+1,627)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,414 miles
    Test number
    561038750254
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass27,787 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,787 miles
    Test number
    621959959265
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOffside and nearside outer sills corroded

  27. Fail27,787 miles (+3,276)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,787 miles
    Test number
    373729359240
    • FailureFront Sub-frame insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOffside and nearside outer sills corroded

  28. Pass24,511 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,511 miles
    Test number
    603297358272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,459 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,459 miles
    Test number
    361160157240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass18,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,784 miles
    Test number
    741407756243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 YRF

Does X231 YRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 YRF expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 YRF?
The MOT on X231 YRF expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 YRF done?
X231 YRF was recorded at 45,548 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 1,344 miles a year.
Has X231 YRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 YRF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X231 YRF 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 X231 YRF find?
X231 YRF failed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 8 major defects and 2 advisories: horn not working; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point; nearside rear position lamp not working, and 7 more.

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