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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

X50 SAMMOT history

X50 SAM is a purple petrol MINI first used on 12 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

X50 SAM purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,175 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X50 SAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X50 SAM was last recorded at 103,175 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,134 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,175 miles
  • 2025 – 101,236 miles
  • 2023 – 94,910 miles
  • 2022 – 91,979 miles
  • 2021 – 87,880 miles
  • 2020 – 87,137 miles
  • 2018 – 85,103 miles
  • 2017 – 82,880 miles
  • 2016 – 80,718 miles
  • 2015 – 73,545 miles
  • 2014 – 65,931 miles
  • 2013 – 59,411 miles
  • 2012 – 53,897 miles
  • 2011 – 46,050 miles
  • 2010 – 39,315 miles
  • 2009 – 32,715 miles
  • 2007 – 22,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,175 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f and o/s/f tread cut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,175 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,175 miles
    Test number
    651659226172
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,134 miles (+1,898)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,134 miles
    Test number
    951027965455
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,236 miles (+6,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,236 miles
    Test number
    380547468405
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass94,910 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,910 miles
    Test number
    743229662410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  5. Fail94,910 miles (+2,931)4 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,910 miles
    Test number
    482289570991
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  6. Pass91,979 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    91,979 miles
    Test number
    443271738973
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f and o/s/f tread cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail91,934 miles (+4,054)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,934 miles
    Test number
    539364459374
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s/f and o/s/f tread cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass87,880 miles (+743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,880 miles
    Test number
    756318492799
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,137 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,137 miles
    Test number
    109754565255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail87,137 miles (+2,034)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,137 miles
    Test number
    906822148033
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  11. Pass85,103 miles (+2,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,103 miles
    Test number
    406263517862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre split and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre split and perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass82,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,880 miles
    Test number
    902111414296
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  13. Fail82,880 miles (+2,162)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,880 miles
    Test number
    554186411214
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  14. Pass80,718 miles (+7,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,718 miles
    Test number
    182441508519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing edges
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from engine

  15. Pass73,545 miles (+7,614)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,545 miles
    Test number
    398929095048
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  16. Pass65,931 miles (+6,520)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,931 miles
    Test number
    169810404131
    • 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust system deteriorated

  17. Pass59,411 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    408801703102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,897 miles (+7,847)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,897 miles
    Test number
    359721602160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,050 miles (+6,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,050 miles
    Test number
    526645291082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass39,315 miles (+6,600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,315 miles
    Test number
    890877490044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,715 miles (+9,848)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,715 miles
    Test number
    782390899050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,867 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,867 miles
    Test number
    901376107336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic covers prevent examination of outer sills

Questions about X50 SAM

Does X50 SAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X50 SAM is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X50 SAM?
The MOT on X50 SAM is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X50 SAM done?
X50 SAM was recorded at 103,175 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,263 miles a year.
Has X50 SAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X50 SAM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X50 SAM 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 X50 SAM find?
X50 SAM passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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