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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y257 YYWMOT history

Y257 YYW is a silver petrol MINI first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 46,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

Y257 YYW silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
46,146 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 YYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 YYW was last recorded at 46,146 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,145 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,146 miles
  • 2025 – 45,714 miles
  • 2023 – 45,240 miles
  • 2022 – 44,932 miles
  • 2021 – 44,158 miles
  • 2020 – 43,458 miles
  • 2019 – 42,404 miles
  • 2018 – 41,262 miles
  • 2017 – 40,278 miles
  • 2016 – 38,673 miles
  • 2015 – 37,107 miles
  • 2014 – 35,744 miles
  • 2013 – 34,445 miles
  • 2012 – 33,194 miles
  • 2010 – 30,887 miles
  • 2009 – 27,845 miles
  • 2008 – 23,370 miles
  • 2007 – 20,534 miles
  • 2006 – 17,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,146 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,146 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    46,146 miles
    Test number
    810789168639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail46,145 miles (+431)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,145 miles
    Test number
    628616873580
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass45,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    45,714 miles
    Test number
    197816976482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail45,714 miles (+474)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,714 miles
    Test number
    240643454680
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass45,240 miles (+308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    45,240 miles
    Test number
    440463808285
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass44,932 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    44,932 miles
    Test number
    820070725829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,158 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    44,158 miles
    Test number
    330540305191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,458 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,458 miles
    Test number
    247567272884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,404 miles
    Test number
    205357753786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail42,404 miles (+1,142)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,404 miles
    Test number
    400533041934
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass41,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    41,262 miles
    Test number
    201873488300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail41,262 miles (+984)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,262 miles
    Test number
    745843811360
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass40,278 miles (+1,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,278 miles
    Test number
    413447706822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass38,673 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,673 miles
    Test number
    232570077676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, 195/55R16 87H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  15. Fail38,673 miles (+1,566)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,673 miles
    Test number
    517350667808
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, 195/55R16 87H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  16. Fail37,107 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,107 miles
    Test number
    365890565199
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting slightly damage

  17. Pass37,107 miles (+1,363)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,107 miles
    Test number
    956810065161
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting slightly damage

  18. Pass35,744 miles (+1,299)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,744 miles
    Test number
    278277664151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting and exhaust box slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass34,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,445 miles
    Test number
    278625163460
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail34,445 miles (+1,251)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,445 miles
    Test number
    418244763193
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass33,194 miles (+2,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,194 miles
    Test number
    176683902406
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass30,887 miles (+3,042)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,887 miles
    Test number
    273607340369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,845 miles
    Test number
    484055959469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,845 miles (+4,475)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,845 miles
    Test number
    134912859309
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass23,370 miles (+2,836)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,370 miles
    Test number
    744623658357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass20,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,534 miles
    Test number
    332271767390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,534 miles (+2,653)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,534 miles
    Test number
    813251867346
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass17,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,881 miles
    Test number
    481417046313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y257 YYW

Does Y257 YYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 YYW is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 YYW?
The MOT on Y257 YYW is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 YYW done?
Y257 YYW was recorded at 46,146 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 1,479 miles a year.
Has Y257 YYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 YYW has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y257 YYW 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 Y257 YYW find?
Y257 YYW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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