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Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

X5 EELMOT history

X5 EEL is a silver petrol MINI first used on 27 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 105,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

X5 EEL silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,029 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 EEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 EEL was last recorded at 105,029 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 6,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,953 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,076 miles
Average per year
5,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,029 miles
  • 2024 – 98,953 miles
  • 2023 – 94,626 miles
  • 2022 – 87,615 miles
  • 2021 – 78,792 miles
  • 2020 – 72,500 miles
  • 2019 – 67,271 miles
  • 2018 – 62,775 miles
  • 2017 – 58,467 miles
  • 2016 – 55,616 miles
  • 2015 – 52,509 miles
  • 2014 – 49,699 miles
  • 2013 – 45,178 miles
  • 2012 – 29,681 miles
  • 2011 – 19,381 miles
  • 2010 – 15,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,029 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear exhaust clamp missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,029 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,029 miles
    Test number
    975162399311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail105,029 miles (+6,076)1 dangerous2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,029 miles
    Test number
    167746411584
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust clamp missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass98,953 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,953 miles
    Test number
    394131982280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and uneven tread wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust clamp missing

  4. Fail98,953 miles (+4,327)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,953 miles
    Test number
    792785039574
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and uneven tread wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust clamp missing

  5. Pass94,626 miles (+7,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,626 miles
    Test number
    259737532304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre uneven tread wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass87,615 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,615 miles
    Test number
    662999517123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail87,609 miles (+8,817)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,609 miles
    Test number
    947297905196
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass78,792 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,792 miles
    Test number
    868385781466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail78,792 miles (+6,292)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,792 miles
    Test number
    511623944294
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass72,500 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,500 miles
    Test number
    791574918924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail72,500 miles (+5,229)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,500 miles
    Test number
    987572616395
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    101720912050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,271 miles (+4,496)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    588037181944
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass62,775 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,775 miles
    Test number
    139250468413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail62,775 miles (+4,308)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,775 miles
    Test number
    122629655846
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass58,467 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,467 miles
    Test number
    511052983495
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorating

  17. Fail58,467 miles (+2,851)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,467 miles
    Test number
    714319968976
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorating

  18. Pass55,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,616 miles
    Test number
    398650031984
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail55,616 miles (+3,107)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,616 miles
    Test number
    230996220472
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass52,509 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,509 miles
    Test number
    685207065199
    • NoteNearside and offside rear exhaust mountings deteriorating
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  21. Fail52,508 miles (+2,809)1 failure1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,508 miles
    Test number
    658186365103
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteNearside and offside front wipers split
    • NoteNearside and offside rear exhaust mountings deteriorating
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  22. Fail49,699 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,699 miles
    Test number
    248229914414
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing outer edge,stepped tread.
    • NoteFront wiper blades deteriorating

  23. Pass49,699 miles (+4,521)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,699 miles
    Test number
    399419214121
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing outer edge,stepped tread.
    • NoteFront wiper blades deteriorating

  24. Fail45,178 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,178 miles
    Test number
    236593843186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass45,178 miles (+15,497)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,178 miles
    Test number
    665183443154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,681 miles
    Test number
    607794522112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail29,681 miles (+10,300)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,681 miles
    Test number
    317374822137
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass19,381 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,381 miles
    Test number
    518541531164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,248 miles
    Test number
    954382540190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 EEL

Does X5 EEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 EEL is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X5 EEL?
The MOT on X5 EEL is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 EEL done?
X5 EEL was recorded at 105,029 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 5,771 miles a year.
Has X5 EEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 EEL has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 EEL 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 X5 EEL find?
X5 EEL passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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