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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y251 DKBMOT history

Y251 DKB is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 150,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2024.

Y251 DKB blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2025
Mileage
150,985 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2021
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 DKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 DKB was last recorded at 150,985 miles on 8 Apr 2021, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jun 2019: 145,488 miles, lower than 145,490 miles on 31 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
150,983 miles · 7 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 150,985 miles
  • 2020 – 149,831 miles
  • 2019 – 145,488 miles
  • 2018 – 144,592 miles
  • 2016 – 140,353 miles
  • 2015 – 138,488 miles
  • 2014 – 131,604 miles
  • 2013 – 126,323 miles
  • 2011 – 116,496 miles
  • 2010 – 106,523 miles
  • 2009 – 99,461 miles
  • 2008 – 88,513 miles
  • 2007 – 70,384 miles
  • 2006 – 58,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front suspension components corrodded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    568635454215
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    991532163067
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake flexi hose / as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758210875979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    806391993228
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and cracked to cord 175/65/r15 84h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    564267948087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush splitting/perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush splitting/perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank securing straps corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  6. FailMileage not read3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    698005740081
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush splitting/perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush splitting/perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryFuel tank securing straps corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  7. Pass150,985 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,985 miles
    Test number
    252548061180
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail150,983 miles (+1,152)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,983 miles
    Test number
    162544447630
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass149,831 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    149,831 miles
    Test number
    277597809534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  10. Fail149,831 miles (+4,343)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,831 miles
    Test number
    515927994722
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  11. Pass145,488 miles (-2)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    145,488 miles
    Test number
    603630270050
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corrodded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrodded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inside nearside front wheel arch is corrodded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corrodded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on fail limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrodded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inside offside front wheel arch is corrodded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing plastic liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corrodded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on fail limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodded

  12. Fail145,490 miles (+898)1 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,490 miles
    Test number
    227725427633
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corrodded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrodded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inside nearside front wheel arch is corrodded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corrodded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on fail limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrodded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inside offside front wheel arch is corrodded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing plastic liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corrodded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on fail limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodded

  13. Pass144,592 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,592 miles
    Test number
    262014214378
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail144,591 miles (+4,238)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,591 miles
    Test number
    828563004347
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSteering column top mounting bracket insecure steering column has up and down movement (2.1.2d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass140,353 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,353 miles
    Test number
    804028822374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass138,488 miles (+6,884)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    138,488 miles
    Test number
    585772595029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,604 miles (+5,281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    131,604 miles
    Test number
    846984894073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass126,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    126,323 miles
    Test number
    737157073079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  19. Fail126,323 miles (+9,827)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,323 miles
    Test number
    857624063030
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass116,496 miles (+9,973)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,496 miles
    Test number
    745317171271
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlastic sill trims fitted

  21. Pass106,523 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,523 miles
    Test number
    654413560286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail106,482 miles (+7,021)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,482 miles
    Test number
    620100760235
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail99,461 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    180655379172
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass99,461 miles (+10,948)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    283445179139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,513 miles (+18,129)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,513 miles
    Test number
    864019258227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,384 miles (+11,813)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,384 miles
    Test number
    650358867280
    • NoteBoth front suspension bushes getting soft an cracking--REC ATTENTION
    • NoteCoolant leak starting from radiator--REC ATTENTION

  27. Pass58,571 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    58,571 miles
    Test number
    981411276205
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteDifferent speed rated tyres across rear axle

  28. Fail58,571 miles3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,571 miles
    Test number
    440480276294
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front bottom ball joint boots are split
    • NoteDifferent speed rated tyres across rear axle

Questions about Y251 DKB

Does Y251 DKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y251 DKB expired on 9 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y251 DKB?
The MOT on Y251 DKB expired on 9 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y251 DKB done?
Y251 DKB was recorded at 150,985 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2021, an average of 6,360 miles a year.
Has Y251 DKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 DKB has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y251 DKB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y251 DKB find?
Y251 DKB passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2024 with 9 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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