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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

Y31 JCWMOT history

Y31 JCW is a red petrol MINI first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2024.

Y31 JCW red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2025
Mileage
167,103 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y31 JCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y31 JCW was last recorded at 167,103 miles on 15 Apr 2024, 22,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,909 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
22,194 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 167,103 miles
  • 2023 – 144,909 miles
  • 2022 – 128,436 miles
  • 2021 – 112,724 miles
  • 2018 – 107,230 miles
  • 2017 – 96,999 miles
  • 2016 – 94,944 miles
  • 2015 – 94,081 miles
  • 2014 – 92,923 miles
  • 2013 – 92,047 miles
  • 2012 – 91,193 miles
  • 2011 – 88,413 miles
  • 2010 – 82,753 miles
  • 2009 – 74,647 miles
  • 2008 – 69,114 miles
  • 2007 – 54,584 miles
  • 2006 – 40,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,103 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Corrosion on fuel tank straps

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Surface corrosion on front and rear subframe,suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,103 miles (+22,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    167,103 miles
    Test number
    371303841877
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass144,909 miles (+16,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,909 miles
    Test number
    512603653067
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass128,436 miles (+15,712)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,436 miles
    Test number
    199527117594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,724 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,724 miles
    Test number
    821265160193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail112,724 miles (+5,494)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,724 miles
    Test number
    644250468649
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass107,230 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,230 miles
    Test number
    637778154446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,227 miles (+10,228)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,227 miles
    Test number
    407893194498
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass96,999 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,999 miles
    Test number
    907804244130
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank straps
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front and rear subframe,suspension components
  9. Fail96,993 miles (+2,049)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,993 miles
    Test number
    253229901478
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on fuel tank straps
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front and rear subframe,suspension components
  10. Pass94,944 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    733062738687
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  11. Fail94,944 miles (+863)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    218139991995
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Pass94,081 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,081 miles
    Test number
    929310285157
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail94,081 miles (+1,158)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,081 miles
    Test number
    745010185128
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass92,923 miles (+876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,923 miles
    Test number
    329769384153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass92,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    749806893105
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  16. Fail92,047 miles (+854)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    246116493174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Pass91,193 miles (+2,780)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,193 miles
    Test number
    248762952469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass88,413 miles (+5,660)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    88,413 miles
    Test number
    278530431474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,753 miles (+8,106)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    982168820172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,647 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    74,647 miles
    Test number
    750062739137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,601 miles (+5,487)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    74,601 miles
    Test number
    913700929035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,114 miles (+14,530)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,114 miles
    Test number
    151655918067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,584 miles (+13,644)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,584 miles
    Test number
    571305117042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHand brake lever has little reserve travel
  24. Pass40,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,940 miles
    Test number
    721327916099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y31 JCW

Does Y31 JCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y31 JCW expired on 14 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y31 JCW?
The MOT on Y31 JCW expired on 14 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y31 JCW done?
Y31 JCW was recorded at 167,103 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2024, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has Y31 JCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y31 JCW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y31 JCW 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 Y31 JCW find?
Y31 JCW passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2024 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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