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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y262 BPMMOT history

Y262 BPM is a red petrol MINI first used on 9 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

Y262 BPM red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,994 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y262 BPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y262 BPM was last recorded at 129,994 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 2,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,402 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,592 miles
Average per year
4,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,994 miles
  • 2025 – 127,402 miles
  • 2024 – 124,490 miles
  • 2019 – 122,631 miles
  • 2018 – 120,658 miles
  • 2017 – 114,795 miles
  • 2016 – 104,946 miles
  • 2015 – 104,304 miles
  • 2014 – 99,715 miles
  • 2012 – 90,918 miles
  • 2011 – 86,832 miles
  • 2010 – 81,706 miles
  • 2009 – 74,706 miles
  • 2008 – 59,478 miles
  • 2007 – 42,684 miles
  • 2006 – 37,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,994 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal covering testable items

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front and rear brake discs showing corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,994 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,994 miles
    Test number
    694079463608
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal covering testable items

  2. Fail129,994 miles (+2,592)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,994 miles
    Test number
    128388986111
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal covering testable items

  3. Pass127,402 miles (+159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,402 miles
    Test number
    352358522753
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal, covering testable items.

  4. Fail127,243 miles (+2,753)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,243 miles
    Test number
    928017370935
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deterioration (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deterioration (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal covering testable components

  5. Pass124,490 miles (+1,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    124,490 miles
    Test number
    125447438253
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass122,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,631 miles
    Test number
    901143509075
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs showing corrosion

  7. Fail122,631 miles (+1,973)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,631 miles
    Test number
    230009174985
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear flexi brake hose and abs wire are both stretched and trapped by broken coil spring

  8. Pass120,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,658 miles
    Test number
    412223372130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,658 miles (+5,863)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,658 miles
    Test number
    960420053832
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,795 miles (+9,849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,795 miles
    Test number
    471613459114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level very low

  11. Pass104,946 miles (+642)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    104,946 miles
    Test number
    780951785075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    379452755173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,304 miles (+4,589)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    956108645134
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass99,715 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    259559824472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail99,715 miles (+8,797)4 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    277947524494
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass90,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    90,918 miles
    Test number
    298683682284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,918 miles (+4,086)3 failures4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,918 miles
    Test number
    606668472298
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testPower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass86,832 miles (+5,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,832 miles
    Test number
    727982771251
    • NoteRear exhaust outer skin corosion

  19. Pass81,706 miles (+7,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    210191880251
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass74,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,706 miles
    Test number
    432124809331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,706 miles (+15,228)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,706 miles
    Test number
    324033609305
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass59,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,478 miles
    Test number
    143918198231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,478 miles (+4,632)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,478 miles
    Test number
    154928098299
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass54,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,846 miles
    Test number
    842051248194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,846 miles (+12,162)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,846 miles
    Test number
    571691048104
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass42,684 miles (+5,516)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,684 miles
    Test number
    844321257103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,168 miles
    Test number
    612262956102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y262 BPM

Does Y262 BPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y262 BPM is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y262 BPM?
The MOT on Y262 BPM 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 Y262 BPM done?
Y262 BPM was recorded at 129,994 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,618 miles a year.
Has Y262 BPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y262 BPM has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y262 BPM 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 Y262 BPM find?
Y262 BPM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; vehicle underside covered in underseal covering testable items.

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