MINI logo

MINI

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y607 OBLMOT history

Y607 OBL is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 141,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

Y607 OBL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
141,440 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,595 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y607 OBL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y607 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 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y607 OBL was last recorded at 141,440 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Dec 2015: 9,993 miles, lower than 97,131 miles on 17 Nov 2014.

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
141,217 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
223 miles
Average per year
5,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,440 miles
  • 2025 – 141,217 miles
  • 2023 – 138,315 miles
  • 2022 – 136,525 miles
  • 2021 – 135,991 miles
  • 2020 – 131,591 miles
  • 2018 – 129,231 miles
  • 2017 – 120,936 miles
  • 2016 – 109,040 miles
  • 2015 – 9,993 miles
  • 2014 – 97,131 miles
  • 2013 – 91,599 miles
  • 2012 – 70,996 miles
  • 2011 – 56,920 miles
  • 2010 – 46,657 miles
  • 2009 – 40,119 miles
  • 2008 – 35,831 miles
  • 2007 – 32,518 miles
  • 2006 – 30,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,440 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front brake discs dust covers corroding and breaking up

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,440 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    141,440 miles
    Test number
    662782736571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,217 miles
    Test number
    949261290426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,217 miles (+2,902)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,217 miles
    Test number
    479897873688
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,315 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,315 miles
    Test number
    239114552183
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs dust covers corroding and breaking up
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axles/radius arms corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion

  5. Fail138,314 miles (+1,789)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,314 miles
    Test number
    195014379043
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs dust covers corroding and breaking up
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axles/radius arms corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion

  6. Pass136,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,525 miles
    Test number
    432934812055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,525 miles (+534)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,525 miles
    Test number
    223727507878
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass135,991 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,991 miles
    Test number
    169165276779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,591 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,591 miles
    Test number
    963087717192
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower power steering noisy when standing
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail131,591 miles (+2,360)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,591 miles
    Test number
    915345646058
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass129,231 miles (+8,295)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    129,231 miles
    Test number
    214600074620
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop missing from coolant expansion tank

  12. Pass120,936 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    120,936 miles
    Test number
    357768554433
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail120,934 miles (+11,894)4 failures4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,934 miles
    Test number
    717077858961
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting split.
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass109,040 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,040 miles
    Test number
    493188141386
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres showing signs of ageing.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail109,040 miles (+99,047)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,040 miles
    Test number
    988555119896
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres showing signs of ageing.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass9,993 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    9,993 miles
    Test number
    840295297446
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both inners (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  17. Fail9,993 miles (-87,138)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,993 miles
    Test number
    725805827321
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both inners (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  18. Pass97,131 miles (+1)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,131 miles
    Test number
    537471424342
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCorrosion on rear section exhaust
    • NoteSlight play detected in n/s/f rack arm

  19. Fail97,130 miles (+5,531)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,130 miles
    Test number
    417000424462
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose exposed to excessive heat (3.6.B.4f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCorrosion on rear section exhaust
    • NoteSlight play detected in n/s/f rack arm

  20. Pass91,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    91,599 miles
    Test number
    369573923384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,599 miles (+5,872)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,599 miles
    Test number
    708832623335
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass85,727 miles (+336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,727 miles
    Test number
    437915453124
    • 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)

  23. Fail85,391 miles (+14,395)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,391 miles
    Test number
    648999943148
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • 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)

  24. Pass70,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,996 miles
    Test number
    395346442198
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail70,996 miles (+14,076)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,996 miles
    Test number
    258482542479
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass56,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,920 miles
    Test number
    207111261445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,920 miles (+10,263)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,920 miles
    Test number
    286773951116
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass46,657 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    46,657 miles
    Test number
    814165240151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail46,447 miles (+6,328)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    593772040148
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass40,119 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,119 miles
    Test number
    842489439104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Fail40,093 miles (+4,262)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,093 miles
    Test number
    673608839178
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass35,831 miles (+3,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,831 miles
    Test number
    133048638150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass32,518 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    32,518 miles
    Test number
    103197637119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass30,379 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,379 miles
    Test number
    430973746166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail30,359 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,359 miles
    Test number
    213979336465
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about Y607 OBL

Does Y607 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y607 OBL is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y607 OBL?
The MOT on Y607 OBL is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y607 OBL done?
Y607 OBL was recorded at 141,440 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
Has Y607 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y607 OBL has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y607 OBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y607 OBL find?
Y607 OBL passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all Y607 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.