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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

X442 ARAMOT history

X442 ARA is a white petrol MINI first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 80,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

X442 ARA white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
80,901 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X442 ARA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X442 ARA was last recorded at 80,901 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 4,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,033 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,868 miles
Average per year
3,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,901 miles
  • 2025 – 76,033 miles
  • 2024 – 72,655 miles
  • 2022 – 69,307 miles
  • 2021 – 65,675 miles
  • 2020 – 61,900 miles
  • 2019 – 58,310 miles
  • 2018 – 55,560 miles
  • 2017 – 52,556 miles
  • 2016 – 46,176 miles
  • 2015 – 41,678 miles
  • 2014 – 37,494 miles
  • 2013 – 32,633 miles
  • 2012 – 29,522 miles
  • 2011 – 22,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,901 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,901 miles (+4,868)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    80,901 miles
    Test number
    326683635345
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass76,033 miles (+3,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,033 miles
    Test number
    473343760740
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,655 miles (+3,348)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    72,655 miles
    Test number
    741376796569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    267937114860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail69,307 miles (+3,632)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    385498011454
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,675 miles (+3,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,675 miles
    Test number
    485159694050
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass61,900 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,900 miles
    Test number
    141018411023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,310 miles (+2,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,310 miles
    Test number
    470241839826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass55,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    906926241801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,560 miles (+3,004)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    273941006392
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass52,556 miles (+6,380)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,556 miles
    Test number
    113224782491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,176 miles (+4,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,176 miles
    Test number
    826235013093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass41,678 miles (+4,184)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,678 miles
    Test number
    879012885161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,494 miles (+4,861)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    706332194128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,633 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,633 miles
    Test number
    326364063117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,522 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    29,522 miles
    Test number
    179028152102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    22,924 miles
    Test number
    859911161171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X442 ARA

Does X442 ARA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X442 ARA is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X442 ARA?
The MOT on X442 ARA is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X442 ARA done?
X442 ARA was recorded at 80,901 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 3,962 miles a year.
Has X442 ARA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X442 ARA has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X442 ARA 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 X442 ARA find?
X442 ARA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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