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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y285 OBLMOT history

Y285 OBL is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 154,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

Y285 OBL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
154,890 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 OBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 OBL was last recorded at 154,890 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2009: 54,001 miles, lower than 97,128 miles on 31 Jul 2009.

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
154,889 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,890 miles
  • 2025 – 154,254 miles
  • 2024 – 153,133 miles
  • 2022 – 153,084 miles
  • 2017 – 145,540 miles
  • 2015 – 137,945 miles
  • 2014 – 131,433 miles
  • 2013 – 124,453 miles
  • 2012 – 120,598 miles
  • 2011 – 114,756 miles
  • 2010 – 103,038 miles
  • 2009 – 54,001 miles
  • 2008 – 84,774 miles
  • 2007 – 70,023 miles
  • 2006 – 56,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,890 miles
  • AdvisoryDrivers seat mounting wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear tyres cracking in treadRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside front top mount corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside rear top mount playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and inner sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • All suspension and steering components are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,890 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    154,890 miles
    Test number
    322016756086
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat mounting worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear tyres cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear top mount play
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail154,889 miles (+635)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,889 miles
    Test number
    303083707629
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat mounting worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear tyres cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear top mount play
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass154,254 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,254 miles
    Test number
    298551333997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear tyres cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail154,251 miles (+1,118)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,251 miles
    Test number
    907622747882
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear tyres cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass153,133 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    153,133 miles
    Test number
    259125412838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,084 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    153,084 miles
    Test number
    829515253233
    • AdvisoryAll suspension and steering components are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut top bearing is rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail153,081 miles (+7,541)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,081 miles
    Test number
    914757714182
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension and steering components are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,540 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    145,540 miles
    Test number
    358444250072
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge badly scrubbed
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front inner tie rod

  9. Fail145,536 miles (+19)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,536 miles
    Test number
    817975291726
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower arm bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge badly scrubbed
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front inner tie rod

  10. Fail145,517 miles (+7,572)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,517 miles
    Test number
    371459040124
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureFuel tank insecure strap broken (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre badly worn inner tread
    • AdvisoryUnder sills rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers firtted

  11. Pass137,945 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    137,945 miles
    Test number
    100344950417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,682 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    135,682 miles
    Test number
    759198593512
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail135,678 miles (+4,245)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,678 miles
    Test number
    863765988529
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint link arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint link arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass131,433 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    131,433 miles
    Test number
    696111214272
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brakes slight sticking

  15. Fail131,433 miles (+6,980)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,433 miles
    Test number
    787901714288
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brakes slight sticking

  16. Pass124,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,453 miles
    Test number
    348344113409
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail124,453 miles (+3,855)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,453 miles
    Test number
    935043413200
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass120,598 miles (+5,842)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,598 miles
    Test number
    719426312227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSrs airbag light on

  19. Pass114,756 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    114,756 miles
    Test number
    289977311223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail114,750 miles (+11,712)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,750 miles
    Test number
    387794611244
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass103,038 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,038 miles
    Test number
    244771630293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail103,037 miles (+49,036)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,037 miles
    Test number
    343190930248
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass54,001 miles (-43,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,001 miles
    Test number
    980808419247
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass97,128 miles (+12,354)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,128 miles
    Test number
    741612919282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,774 miles (+14,751)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,774 miles
    Test number
    963414408209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,023 miles (+13,808)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,023 miles
    Test number
    721480397100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    56,215 miles
    Test number
    793026406267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 OBL

Does Y285 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y285 OBL is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y285 OBL?
The MOT on Y285 OBL is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y285 OBL done?
Y285 OBL was recorded at 154,890 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 5,052 miles a year.
Has Y285 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 OBL has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y285 OBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y285 OBL find?
Y285 OBL passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: drivers seat mounting worn; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front and nearside rear tyres cracking in tread, and 5 more.

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