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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

Y7 VKYMOT history

Y7 VKY is a red petrol MINI first used on 27 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2023.

Y7 VKY red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2024
Mileage
109,786 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 VKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 VKY was last recorded at 109,786 miles on 24 Jul 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Mar 2014: 53,795 miles, lower than 53,799 miles on 21 Nov 2013.

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
109,784 miles · 19 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,786 miles
  • 2022 – 99,230 miles
  • 2021 – 98,210 miles
  • 2020 – 91,881 miles
  • 2019 – 80,532 miles
  • 2018 – 70,667 miles
  • 2017 – 66,970 miles
  • 2016 – 61,070 miles
  • 2015 – 57,975 miles
  • 2014 – 53,795 miles
  • 2013 – 53,799 miles
  • 2012 – 52,367 miles
  • 2011 – 50,607 miles
  • 2010 – 48,325 miles
  • 2009 – 39,462 miles
  • 2008 – 28,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,786 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnderside wax oiledRecorded at 2 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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,786 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,786 miles
    Test number
    323802033208
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside wax oiled

  2. Fail109,784 miles (+11)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,784 miles
    Test number
    560299469581
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside wax oiled

  3. Fail109,773 miles (+10,543)1 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,773 miles
    Test number
    266866600758
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at mounting points both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at suspension arm mount points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,230 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,230 miles
    Test number
    123969988296
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,216 miles (+1,006)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,216 miles
    Test number
    665205275464
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,210 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,210 miles
    Test number
    524233481639
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front b/discs slighty corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive

  7. Fail98,204 miles (+6,323)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,204 miles
    Test number
    721241765465
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive

  8. Pass91,881 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,881 miles
    Test number
    448623686377
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail91,853 miles (+11,321)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,853 miles
    Test number
    110392376442
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak and service indicator (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split / perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation 48% lagg (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,532 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    287291568112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner rim pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner rim pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage feed pipe (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail80,532 miles (+9,865)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    683947576968
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner rim pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner rim pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage feed pipe (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass70,667 miles (+252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    70,667 miles
    Test number
    733881567381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail70,415 miles (+3,445)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,415 miles
    Test number
    941502689659
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass66,970 miles (+5,900)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,970 miles
    Test number
    840019959661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,070 miles (+3,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,070 miles
    Test number
    553726175865
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  16. Pass57,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    57,975 miles
    Test number
    657131875029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,975 miles (+4,180)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,975 miles
    Test number
    426450375068
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass53,795 miles (-4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,795 miles
    Test number
    755760574093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,799 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,799 miles
    Test number
    475465323393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,779 miles (+1,412)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,779 miles
    Test number
    566799613358
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass52,367 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,367 miles
    Test number
    176702792207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,607 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,607 miles
    Test number
    606607081206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,325 miles (+8,863)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,325 miles
    Test number
    391998680498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,462 miles (+10,546)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    154054499290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,916 miles
    Test number
    640565948254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,916 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,916 miles
    Test number
    930215248299
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about Y7 VKY

Does Y7 VKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y7 VKY expired on 23 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y7 VKY?
The MOT on Y7 VKY expired on 23 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y7 VKY done?
Y7 VKY was recorded at 109,786 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2023, an average of 5,431 miles a year.
Has Y7 VKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 VKY has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y7 VKY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y7 VKY find?
Y7 VKY passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; underside wax oiled.

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