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White and Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

Y26 TJBMOT history

Y26 TJB is a white and black petrol MINI first used on 10 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 155,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

Y26 TJB white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
155,638 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 TJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y26 TJB was last recorded at 155,638 miles on 29 Jan 2024, 2,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,907 miles · 16 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,731 miles
Average per year
6,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,638 miles
  • 2022 – 152,907 miles
  • 2021 – 150,129 miles
  • 2020 – 144,413 miles
  • 2019 – 135,415 miles
  • 2018 – 126,306 miles
  • 2017 – 116,270 miles
  • 2016 – 111,013 miles
  • 2015 – 105,979 miles
  • 2013 – 96,723 miles
  • 2012 – 93,395 miles
  • 2011 – 77,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,638 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,638 miles (+2,731)3 major2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,638 miles
    Test number
    614634215534
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass152,907 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    152,907 miles
    Test number
    365233108737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail152,887 miles (+2,758)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,887 miles
    Test number
    985196506625
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.

  4. Pass150,129 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,129 miles
    Test number
    209767667286
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail150,129 miles (+5,716)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,129 miles
    Test number
    772188086319
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  6. Pass144,413 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,413 miles
    Test number
    919551100939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring testable items

  7. Fail144,408 miles (+8,993)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,408 miles
    Test number
    392029392025
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring testable items

  8. Pass135,415 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    135,415 miles
    Test number
    199275787104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail135,415 miles (+9,109)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,415 miles
    Test number
    224096179477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass126,306 miles (+10,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,306 miles
    Test number
    950147256906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass116,270 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,270 miles
    Test number
    791185417814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perrish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake not locking
    • AdvisoryOil leak exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage o/s outside swept area

  12. Fail116,270 miles (+5,257)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,270 miles
    Test number
    316919187421
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perrish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake not locking
    • AdvisoryOil leak exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage o/s outside swept area

  13. Pass111,013 miles (+5,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,013 miles
    Test number
    678149620218
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake will soon need attention

  14. Pass105,979 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    105,979 miles
    Test number
    465582325075
    • NoteCoolant leak

  15. Fail105,968 miles (+9,245)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,968 miles
    Test number
    736007005093
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass96,723 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,723 miles
    Test number
    906496493192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,395 miles (+15,655)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,395 miles
    Test number
    248945642262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,740 miles
    Test number
    245488591091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,740 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,740 miles
    Test number
    929328191008
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about Y26 TJB

Does Y26 TJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y26 TJB expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y26 TJB?
The MOT on Y26 TJB expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y26 TJB done?
Y26 TJB was recorded at 155,638 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 6,081 miles a year.
Has Y26 TJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 TJB has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y26 TJB 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 Y26 TJB find?
Y26 TJB failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 3 major defects, 2 defects repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 9 more.

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