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MINI John Cooper Works

White and Red · Petrol · 2013 · 1,598 cc

X26 XSSMOT history

X26 XSS is a white and red petrol MINI John Cooper Works first used on 29 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 96,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

X26 XSS white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,427 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 XSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
John Cooper Works
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 XSS was last recorded at 96,427 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 95 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,332 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
95 miles
Average per year
5,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,427 miles
  • 2025 – 86,386 miles
  • 2024 – 74,046 miles
  • 2023 – 62,647 miles
  • 2022 – 58,115 miles
  • 2021 – 50,271 miles
  • 2020 – 47,515 miles
  • 2019 – 45,503 miles
  • 2018 – 42,937 miles
  • 2017 – 41,040 miles
  • 2016 – 38,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,427 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear under body is corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,427 miles (+95)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,427 miles
    Test number
    348238021841
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under body is corroded
  2. Fail96,332 miles (+9,946)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,332 miles
    Test number
    815171710449
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under body is corroded
  3. Pass86,386 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,386 miles
    Test number
    249646908440
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail86,386 miles (+12,340)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,386 miles
    Test number
    445124728740
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass74,046 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,046 miles
    Test number
    259389772273
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail74,046 miles (+11,399)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,046 miles
    Test number
    132458592340
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wipers slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass62,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    62,647 miles
    Test number
    255998477170
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail62,647 miles (+4,532)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,647 miles
    Test number
    817687350863
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass58,115 miles (+7,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,115 miles
    Test number
    814534212842
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass50,271 miles (+2,756)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,271 miles
    Test number
    654189345443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,515 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    47,515 miles
    Test number
    907864001100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,503 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    674319623212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,937 miles (+1,897)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    42,937 miles
    Test number
    806334241557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass41,040 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    41,040 miles
    Test number
    178857245300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (3.7.B.3)
  15. Fail41,040 miles (+2,179)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,040 miles
    Test number
    467507264856
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (3.7.B.3)
  16. Pass38,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    38,861 miles
    Test number
    367326782325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X26 XSS

Does X26 XSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X26 XSS is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X26 XSS?
The MOT on X26 XSS is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X26 XSS done?
X26 XSS was recorded at 96,427 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 5,832 miles a year.
Has X26 XSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 XSS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X26 XSS 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 X26 XSS find?
X26 XSS passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear under body is corroded.

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