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White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

Y5 PLAMOT history

Y5 PLA is a white petrol MINI first used on 8 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

Y5 PLA white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,106 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 PLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 PLA was last recorded at 103,106 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,682 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
424 miles
Average per year
4,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,106 miles
  • 2025 – 102,682 miles
  • 2024 – 101,490 miles
  • 2023 – 94,798 miles
  • 2022 – 86,162 miles
  • 2021 – 79,175 miles
  • 2020 – 72,981 miles
  • 2018 – 67,549 miles
  • 2017 – 62,059 miles
  • 2016 – 57,082 miles
  • 2015 – 51,717 miles
  • 2014 – 45,367 miles
  • 2013 – 42,129 miles
  • 2012 – 37,567 miles
  • 2011 – 35,571 miles
  • 2010 – 34,249 miles
  • 2009 – 32,236 miles
  • 2008 – 29,788 miles
  • 2007 – 26,352 miles
  • 2006 – 23,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,106 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT WISHBONES CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Both rear shockers heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust heatshield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,106 miles (+424)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,106 miles
    Test number
    588846043631
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT WISHBONES CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass102,682 miles (+1,192)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,682 miles
    Test number
    830704111809
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,490 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,490 miles
    Test number
    404992856458
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail101,490 miles (+6,692)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,490 miles
    Test number
    180288782064
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass94,798 miles1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,798 miles
    Test number
    178219118198
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail94,798 miles (+8,636)1 dangerous3 major1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,798 miles
    Test number
    295242778488
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass86,162 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    86,162 miles
    Test number
    991710864115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,160 miles (+6,985)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,160 miles
    Test number
    588444978340
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  9. Pass79,175 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    640806637817
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail79,175 miles (+6,194)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    408363159553
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s and n/s (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass72,981 miles (+5,432)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,981 miles
    Test number
    506412723462
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low, below minimum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass67,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,549 miles
    Test number
    785660337410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail67,549 miles (+5,490)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,549 miles
    Test number
    453719811098
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass62,059 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    847496743952
    • AdvisoryCentral high level stop inop
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator is wet on edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs has corrosion on inner face
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake starting to bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect front to rear brake pipes properly

  15. Fail62,059 miles (+4,977)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    208600378613
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator is wet on edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs has corrosion on inner face
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake starting to bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect front to rear brake pipes properly

  16. Pass57,082 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    57,082 miles
    Test number
    631372069887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail57,082 miles (+5,365)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,082 miles
    Test number
    407205111504
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass51,717 miles (+6,350)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,717 miles
    Test number
    805338206731
    • 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)

  19. Pass45,367 miles (+3,238)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,367 miles
    Test number
    455943734325
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust tailpipe outer skin badly corroded !
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsr brake dragging slightly !

  20. Pass42,129 miles (+4,562)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,129 miles
    Test number
    377516543362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust Back Box Outer Skin Excessively Corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass37,567 miles (+1,996)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,567 miles
    Test number
    197558522358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,571 miles (+1,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    35,571 miles
    Test number
    825578141399
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass34,249 miles (+2,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,249 miles
    Test number
    900947640368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass32,236 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,236 miles
    Test number
    603579849379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,788 miles
    Test number
    290261358312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,788 miles (+3,436)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,788 miles
    Test number
    590151058325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass26,352 miles (+2,739)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,352 miles
    Test number
    410621557340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  28. Pass23,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,613 miles
    Test number
    470596756324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 PLA

Does Y5 PLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 PLA is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 PLA?
The MOT on Y5 PLA is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 PLA done?
Y5 PLA was recorded at 103,106 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 4,028 miles a year.
Has Y5 PLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 PLA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y5 PLA 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 Y5 PLA find?
Y5 PLA passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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