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Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,275 cc

X797 HGFMOT history

X797 HGF is a black petrol Rover Mini first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 18,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

X797 HGF black Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
18,284 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 HGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 HGF was last recorded at 18,284 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,166 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
118 miles
Average per year
501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,284 miles
  • 2025 – 18,166 miles
  • 2024 – 17,762 miles
  • 2019 – 17,743 miles
  • 2018 – 16,991 miles
  • 2017 – 16,722 miles
  • 2016 – 16,044 miles
  • 2015 – 15,741 miles
  • 2014 – 15,545 miles
  • 2013 – 15,070 miles
  • 2012 – 14,621 miles
  • 2011 – 13,690 miles
  • 2010 – 11,724 miles
  • 2009 – 11,137 miles
  • 2008 – 8,581 miles
  • 2007 – 8,397 miles
  • 2006 – 8,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,284 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Lower underbody covered in under seal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,284 miles (+118)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    18,284 miles
    Test number
    617560880423
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass18,166 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    18,166 miles
    Test number
    316564188152
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail18,165 miles (+403)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,165 miles
    Test number
    830406270105
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass17,762 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    17,762 miles
    Test number
    176748412916
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody covered in under seal

  5. Pass17,743 miles (+752)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    17,743 miles
    Test number
    934753226317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass16,991 miles (+269)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    16,991 miles
    Test number
    844973926914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass16,722 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    16,722 miles
    Test number
    904716494082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass16,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    16,044 miles
    Test number
    163187952262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail16,044 miles (+303)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,044 miles
    Test number
    477437722881
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  10. Pass15,741 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    15,741 miles
    Test number
    942495891047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,545 miles (+475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    15,545 miles
    Test number
    905108744231
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  12. Pass15,070 miles (+449)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    15,070 miles
    Test number
    497687653209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Pass14,621 miles (+931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    14,621 miles
    Test number
    877709852238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  14. Pass13,690 miles (+1,966)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    13,690 miles
    Test number
    778572761253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass11,724 miles (+587)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    11,724 miles
    Test number
    561239540252
    • NoteNearside front tie rod slightly distorted
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance
    • NoteVery slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

  16. Pass11,137 miles (+2,556)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,137 miles
    Test number
    390571969445
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight damage to front registration plate
    • NoteSurface perishing to nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass8,581 miles (+184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    8,581 miles
    Test number
    363126268438
    • NoteAll four tyres perished

  18. Pass8,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    8,397 miles
    Test number
    974454377208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail8,397 miles (+18)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,397 miles
    Test number
    601851377282
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass8,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,379 miles
    Test number
    332930876269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X797 HGF

Does X797 HGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 HGF is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 HGF?
The MOT on X797 HGF is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 HGF done?
X797 HGF was recorded at 18,284 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 501 miles a year.
Has X797 HGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 HGF has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X797 HGF 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 X797 HGF find?
X797 HGF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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