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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y304 OBLMOT history

Y304 OBL is a red petrol MINI first used on 26 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 96,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

Y304 OBL red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,336 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y304 OBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y304 OBL was last recorded at 96,336 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 1,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2015: 68,026 miles, lower than 68,607 miles on 10 Jun 2015.
  • 30 Nov 2021: 90,150 miles, lower than 90,154 miles on 26 Nov 2021.

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
94,870 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,466 miles
Average per year
3,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,336 miles
  • 2024 – 94,870 miles
  • 2023 – 93,065 miles
  • 2022 – 91,491 miles
  • 2021 – 90,150 miles
  • 2020 – 87,672 miles
  • 2019 – 84,911 miles
  • 2018 – 83,001 miles
  • 2017 – 76,735 miles
  • 2016 – 69,999 miles
  • 2015 – 68,026 miles
  • 2014 – 57,174 miles
  • 2013 – 48,724 miles
  • 2012 – 48,073 miles
  • 2011 – 44,667 miles
  • 2010 – 41,498 miles
  • 2009 – 38,747 miles
  • 2008 – 35,771 miles
  • 2007 – 32,183 miles
  • 2006 – 28,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,336 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,336 miles (+1,466)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,336 miles
    Test number
    446650826092
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass94,870 miles (+1,805)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,870 miles
    Test number
    888528178285
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass93,065 miles (+1,574)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,065 miles
    Test number
    152536204750
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass91,491 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,491 miles
    Test number
    113228369715
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail91,491 miles (+1,341)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,491 miles
    Test number
    423773329987
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,150 miles (-4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    301559622607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail90,154 miles (+2,482)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,154 miles
    Test number
    356967043449
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass87,672 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,672 miles
    Test number
    994079629238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail87,671 miles (+2,760)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,671 miles
    Test number
    640148201194
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass84,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,911 miles
    Test number
    970473764742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail84,911 miles (+1,910)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,911 miles
    Test number
    280728486618
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass83,001 miles (+6,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,001 miles
    Test number
    134905274399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass76,735 miles (+6,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,735 miles
    Test number
    595261619370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass69,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,999 miles
    Test number
    586957837514
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  15. Fail69,999 miles (+1,973)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,999 miles
    Test number
    971093477759
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  16. Fail68,026 miles1 repaired9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    268552285128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass68,026 miles (-581)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    598402585127
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail68,607 miles (+11,433)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,607 miles
    Test number
    356591765175
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail57,174 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,174 miles
    Test number
    137116444401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEng man light on

  20. Pass57,174 miles (+8,450)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,174 miles
    Test number
    967376044015
    • NoteEng man light on

  21. Pass48,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    48,724 miles
    Test number
    218461353014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,724 miles (+651)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,724 miles
    Test number
    265031953024
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass48,073 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,073 miles
    Test number
    775186402316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  24. Fail48,072 miles (+3,405)1 failure6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,072 miles
    Test number
    166165102314
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  25. Pass44,667 miles (+3,169)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,667 miles
    Test number
    955095101359
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir-bag warning light on

  26. Pass41,498 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,498 miles
    Test number
    171845380243
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  27. Fail41,498 miles (+2,751)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,498 miles
    Test number
    430035380213
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  28. Pass38,747 miles (+2,976)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,747 miles
    Test number
    824379789274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass35,771 miles (+3,588)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,771 miles
    Test number
    934647298242
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  30. Pass32,183 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,183 miles
    Test number
    281381517385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass28,529 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    28,529 miles
    Test number
    820086896263
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about Y304 OBL

Does Y304 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y304 OBL is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y304 OBL?
The MOT on Y304 OBL is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y304 OBL done?
Y304 OBL was recorded at 96,336 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 3,550 miles a year.
Has Y304 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y304 OBL has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on Y304 OBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 1 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y304 OBL find?
Y304 OBL passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 2 more.

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