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MINI Cooper S

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

Y4 BTKMOT history

Y4 BTK is a black petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,538 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 BTK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 BTK was last recorded at 96,538 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 1,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,996 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,542 miles
Average per year
5,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,538 miles
  • 2024 – 94,996 miles
  • 2023 – 92,516 miles
  • 2022 – 87,110 miles
  • 2021 – 85,437 miles
  • 2020 – 78,792 miles
  • 2019 – 77,756 miles
  • 2018 – 76,016 miles
  • 2017 – 74,368 miles
  • 2016 – 73,164 miles
  • 2015 – 68,902 miles
  • 2014 – 59,219 miles
  • 2013 – 41,548 miles
  • 2012 – 25,274 miles
  • 2011 – 11,955 miles
  • 2010 – 9,823 miles
  • 2009 – 7,187 miles
  • 2008 – 5,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,538 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,538 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,538 miles
    Test number
    389145609498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail96,538 miles (+1,542)1 major1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,538 miles
    Test number
    695395930634
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass94,996 miles (+2,480)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,996 miles
    Test number
    618120446585
    • DangerousGearbox to engine bolts insecure
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,516 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,516 miles
    Test number
    140089202853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail92,482 miles (+5,372)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,482 miles
    Test number
    477904756544
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass87,110 miles (+1,673)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,110 miles
    Test number
    812037331866
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass85,437 miles (+6,645)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,437 miles
    Test number
    231226517821
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm/worn uneven inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass78,792 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,792 miles
    Test number
    382577622790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,756 miles (+1,740)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,756 miles
    Test number
    210353836069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,016 miles (+1,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,016 miles
    Test number
    122683400093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass74,368 miles (+1,204)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,368 miles
    Test number
    470077517420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,164 miles (+4,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,164 miles
    Test number
    625969342620
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and zone b (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass68,902 miles (+9,683)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,902 miles
    Test number
    355105055126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,219 miles (+17,671)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,219 miles
    Test number
    519486214132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,548 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,548 miles
    Test number
    925857273055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail41,531 miles (+4)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,531 miles
    Test number
    595175873013
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre pressure sensor warning lamp illuminated

  17. Fail41,527 miles (+16,253)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,527 miles
    Test number
    386426053070
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre pressure monitoring warning lamp illuminated indicating system fault.

  18. Pass25,274 miles (+13,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    25,274 miles
    Test number
    128765542471
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass11,955 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    11,955 miles
    Test number
    306202851021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass9,823 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    9,823 miles
    Test number
    730851420224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,187 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    7,187 miles
    Test number
    302269129255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass5,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    5,120 miles
    Test number
    634895548231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y4 BTK

Does Y4 BTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 BTK is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y4 BTK?
The MOT on Y4 BTK 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 Y4 BTK done?
Y4 BTK was recorded at 96,538 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 5,282 miles a year.
Has Y4 BTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 BTK has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y4 BTK 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 Y4 BTK find?
Y4 BTK passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer side wall, and 4 more.

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