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Purple · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

Y23 DLBMOT history

Y23 DLB is a purple petrol MINI first used on 9 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

Y23 DLB purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2025
Mileage
126,085 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 DLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2025
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 DLB was last recorded at 126,085 miles on 8 May 2024, 3,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,804 miles · 9 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,281 miles
Average per year
5,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,085 miles
  • 2023 – 122,804 miles
  • 2022 – 121,234 miles
  • 2021 – 121,212 miles
  • 2020 – 114,758 miles
  • 2019 – 111,001 miles
  • 2018 – 108,279 miles
  • 2017 – 103,746 miles
  • 2016 – 96,898 miles
  • 2015 – 91,055 miles
  • 2014 – 84,214 miles
  • 2013 – 73,715 miles
  • 2012 – 65,183 miles
  • 2010 – 46,678 miles
  • 2009 – 39,161 miles
  • 2008 – 31,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,085 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded / Rear Feed (Both) (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Fuel Cap Seal Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Bumper insecure Damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,085 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    126,085 miles
    Test number
    565016581593
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail126,085 miles (+3,281)3 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,085 miles
    Test number
    139018446462
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass122,804 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    122,804 miles
    Test number
    157773708773
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass121,234 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,234 miles
    Test number
    830708841568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail121,212 miles (+6,454)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,212 miles
    Test number
    339893529999
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play play in rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshied insecure

  6. Pass114,758 miles (+3,757)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,758 miles
    Test number
    961393424461
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking oil n/s
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  7. Pass111,001 miles (+2,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,001 miles
    Test number
    924611335118
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in Nearside front inner rack end joint
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,279 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    275268032092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded / Rear Feed (Both) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail108,279 miles (+4,533)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    681358332353
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded / Rear Feed (Both) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass103,746 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,746 miles
    Test number
    770855597928
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap sealing rubber slightly perished

  11. Fail103,744 miles (+6,846)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,744 miles
    Test number
    639570566410
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap sealing rubber slightly perished

  12. Pass96,898 miles (+5,843)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    96,898 miles
    Test number
    413946488009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,055 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    91,055 miles
    Test number
    737881395025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre sidewall slightly periched

  14. Fail91,055 miles (+6,841)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,055 miles
    Test number
    799401795089
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • 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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre sidewall slightly periched

  15. Pass84,214 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,214 miles
    Test number
    769093994013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,162 miles (+10,447)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,162 miles
    Test number
    837370694078
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMil light on

  17. Pass73,715 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,715 miles
    Test number
    359288213056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,708 miles (+8,525)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,708 miles
    Test number
    255645413010
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass65,183 miles (+18,505)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,183 miles
    Test number
    579518642007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRadiator is leaking

  20. Pass46,678 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    273936390059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low diff to see
    • NoteRear rubber exhaust mounting split

  21. Fail46,678 miles (+7,517)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    974066890034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low diff to see
    • NoteRear rubber exhaust mounting split

  22. Pass39,161 miles (+8,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,161 miles
    Test number
    192622889034
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass31,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,143 miles
    Test number
    424424798013
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about Y23 DLB

Does Y23 DLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y23 DLB expired on 8 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y23 DLB?
The MOT on Y23 DLB expired on 8 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y23 DLB done?
Y23 DLB was recorded at 126,085 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 5,899 miles a year.
Has Y23 DLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 DLB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y23 DLB 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 Y23 DLB find?
Y23 DLB passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front inner steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 11 more.

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