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MINI Cooper S

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X3 TXXMOT history

X3 TXX is a black diesel MINI Cooper S first used on 7 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 119,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

X3 TXX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,117 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 TXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 TXX was last recorded at 119,117 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,995 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
7,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,117 miles
  • 2025 – 111,428 miles
  • 2024 – 102,824 miles
  • 2023 – 89,471 miles
  • 2022 – 80,483 miles
  • 2021 – 72,551 miles
  • 2020 – 66,769 miles
  • 2019 – 62,655 miles
  • 2018 – 56,202 miles
  • 2017 – 53,059 miles
  • 2016 – 48,613 miles
  • 2015 – 36,138 miles
  • 2014 – 25,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,117 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust system at or near turbo (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,117 miles (+122)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,117 miles
    Test number
    698293170692
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust system at or near turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail118,995 miles (+7,567)2 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,995 miles
    Test number
    976373585032
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust system at or near turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass111,428 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,428 miles
    Test number
    991413102545
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail111,427 miles (+8,603)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,427 miles
    Test number
    783062574592
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,824 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,824 miles
    Test number
    986503326859
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail102,824 miles (+13,353)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,824 miles
    Test number
    531737391870
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass89,471 miles (+8,988)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,471 miles
    Test number
    982401793179
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass80,483 miles (+7,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,483 miles
    Test number
    203707948783
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass72,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,551 miles
    Test number
    350896690309
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail72,551 miles (+5,782)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,551 miles
    Test number
    188528024950
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass66,769 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,769 miles
    Test number
    535309709124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,655 miles (+6,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,655 miles
    Test number
    665818839275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass56,202 miles (+3,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    56,202 miles
    Test number
    432409299000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass53,059 miles (+4,446)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    53,059 miles
    Test number
    373524619668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,613 miles (+12,475)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,613 miles
    Test number
    908015393693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,138 miles (+10,153)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,138 miles
    Test number
    147408735267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,985 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    25,985 miles
    Test number
    905751804317
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about X3 TXX

Does X3 TXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 TXX is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 TXX?
The MOT on X3 TXX is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 TXX done?
X3 TXX was recorded at 119,117 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 7,798 miles a year.
Has X3 TXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 TXX has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X3 TXX 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 X3 TXX find?
X3 TXX passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust system at or near turbo; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened undertray fitted not allowing a full inspection, and 4 more.

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