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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

Y21 NPLMOT history

Y21 NPL is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 109,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

Y21 NPL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,679 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 NPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 NPL was last recorded at 109,679 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 5,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,391 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,288 miles
Average per year
5,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,679 miles
  • 2025 – 104,391 miles
  • 2024 – 99,762 miles
  • 2023 – 95,591 miles
  • 2022 – 92,357 miles
  • 2021 – 88,594 miles
  • 2020 – 83,540 miles
  • 2018 – 77,231 miles
  • 2017 – 76,179 miles
  • 2016 – 51,876 miles
  • 2015 – 40,962 miles
  • 2014 – 32,582 miles
  • 2013 – 28,278 miles
  • 2012 – 25,409 miles
  • 2011 – 22,120 miles
  • 2010 – 18,588 miles
  • 2009 – 16,084 miles
  • 2008 – 13,422 miles
  • 2007 – 10,327 miles
  • 2006 – 8,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,679 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear body corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Underside corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,679 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,679 miles
    Test number
    372478867129
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear body corroded

  2. Fail109,678 miles (+5,287)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,678 miles
    Test number
    697056662689
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear body corroded

  3. Pass104,391 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    104,391 miles
    Test number
    161564491579
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear body corroded

  4. Fail104,390 miles (+4,628)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,390 miles
    Test number
    894262515147
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Inner osf ball joint marked white (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and rear body corroded

  5. Pass99,762 miles (+147)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    99,762 miles
    Test number
    724397840323
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  6. Fail99,615 miles (+4,024)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,615 miles
    Test number
    473280762456
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability Lower arm front ball joint insecure on subframe (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side Cable snapped (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  7. Pass95,591 miles (+195)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,591 miles
    Test number
    612317076902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  8. Fail95,396 miles (+3,039)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,396 miles
    Test number
    573076286677
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  9. Pass92,357 miles (+3,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,357 miles
    Test number
    465302286468
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass88,594 miles (+149)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,594 miles
    Test number
    945691319191
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail88,445 miles (+4,905)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,445 miles
    Test number
    391593412506
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass83,540 miles (+10)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,540 miles
    Test number
    159776611939
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre Tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail83,530 miles (+6,299)7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,530 miles
    Test number
    105291583440
    • MajorFront Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing O ring on fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion Spring clip snapped (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre Tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass77,231 miles (+1,052)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,231 miles
    Test number
    416264771367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,179 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,179 miles
    Test number
    272509243761
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated

  16. Fail76,162 miles (+31)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,162 miles
    Test number
    601944298160
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers broken

  17. Fail76,131 miles (+24,255)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,131 miles
    Test number
    798071649472
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers broken

  18. Pass51,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    244144386008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,876 miles (+10,914)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    164251949780
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,962 miles (+8,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    40,962 miles
    Test number
    437437903888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass32,582 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,582 miles
    Test number
    786569944330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,901 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    146973764427
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail30,877 miles (+2,599)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,877 miles
    Test number
    457950664002
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass28,278 miles (+2,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,278 miles
    Test number
    436958663086
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail25,409 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,409 miles
    Test number
    218369652031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass25,409 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,409 miles
    Test number
    359329352083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,120 miles (+3,532)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,120 miles
    Test number
    527868661056
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc inner face pitted

  28. Pass18,588 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    18,588 miles
    Test number
    710512770060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,084 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,084 miles
    Test number
    180249459419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass13,422 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,422 miles
    Test number
    554351178023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail10,327 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,327 miles
    Test number
    352164777020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass10,327 miles (+1,536)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    10,327 miles
    Test number
    841004877065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass8,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,791 miles
    Test number
    971525546279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 NPL

Does Y21 NPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 NPL is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 NPL?
The MOT on Y21 NPL is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 NPL done?
Y21 NPL was recorded at 109,679 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,079 miles a year.
Has Y21 NPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 NPL has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y21 NPL 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 Y21 NPL find?
Y21 NPL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; front steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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