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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

Y8 AOYMOT history

Y8 AOY is a black petrol MINI first used on 25 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 126,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

Y8 AOY black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,530 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 AOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 AOY was last recorded at 126,530 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 1,752 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,778 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,752 miles
Average per year
4,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,530 miles
  • 2025 – 124,778 miles
  • 2024 – 121,223 miles
  • 2022 – 119,405 miles
  • 2021 – 113,590 miles
  • 2020 – 107,317 miles
  • 2019 – 105,676 miles
  • 2018 – 103,102 miles
  • 2017 – 100,190 miles
  • 2016 – 96,812 miles
  • 2015 – 91,916 miles
  • 2014 – 88,476 miles
  • 2013 – 85,109 miles
  • 2012 – 79,309 miles
  • 2011 – 71,308 miles
  • 2010 – 64,276 miles
  • 2009 – 54,678 miles
  • 2008 – 45,696 miles
  • 2007 – 37,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,530 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp not working.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,530 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,530 miles
    Test number
    635678942477
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,530 miles (+1,752)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,530 miles
    Test number
    210425056632
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,778 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,778 miles
    Test number
    227949999648
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail124,777 miles (+3,554)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,777 miles
    Test number
    864608961473
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45/17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system At centre. (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp not working.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass121,223 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,223 miles
    Test number
    460941838287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,405 miles (+5,815)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,405 miles
    Test number
    531745845875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,590 miles (+6,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,590 miles
    Test number
    242162450866
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass107,317 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,317 miles
    Test number
    994056321353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,676 miles (+43)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,676 miles
    Test number
    781237691891
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,633 miles (+2,531)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,633 miles
    Test number
    879161200929
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass103,102 miles (+2,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,102 miles
    Test number
    422042136077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass100,190 miles (+3,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,190 miles
    Test number
    827794959851
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass96,812 miles (+4,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,812 miles
    Test number
    415123631561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass91,916 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,916 miles
    Test number
    926485525105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,816 miles (+3,340)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,816 miles
    Test number
    527589715139
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass88,476 miles (+3,367)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,476 miles
    Test number
    875390224101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,109 miles (+5,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,109 miles
    Test number
    257759613492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass79,309 miles (+8,001)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    79,309 miles
    Test number
    685151222129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,308 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,308 miles
    Test number
    245818651446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront disks corroded

  20. Fail71,308 miles (+7,032)7 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,308 miles
    Test number
    829837851160
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront disks corroded

  21. Pass64,276 miles (+9,598)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,276 miles
    Test number
    913716760169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass54,678 miles (+8,982)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,678 miles
    Test number
    223399159124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,696 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,696 miles
    Test number
    534562968183
    • NoteN/s/f + o/s/f lower suspension arm eyelet bushes splitting
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade splitting
    • NoteWater in o/s/f sidelight

  24. Fail45,696 miles (+7,904)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,696 miles
    Test number
    412072268161
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteN/s/f + o/s/f lower suspension arm eyelet bushes splitting
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade splitting
    • NoteWater in o/s/f sidelight

  25. Pass37,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,792 miles
    Test number
    591934867152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 AOY

Does Y8 AOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 AOY is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 AOY?
The MOT on Y8 AOY is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 AOY done?
Y8 AOY was recorded at 126,530 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 4,747 miles a year.
Has Y8 AOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 AOY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 AOY 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 Y8 AOY find?
Y8 AOY passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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