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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

J9 LFXMOT history

J9 LFX is a grey petrol MINI first used on 8 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

J9 LFX grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,042 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 LFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 LFX was last recorded at 121,042 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 7,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,310 miles · 27 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,732 miles
Average per year
5,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,042 miles
  • 2025 – 113,310 miles
  • 2024 – 109,134 miles
  • 2023 – 105,151 miles
  • 2022 – 102,121 miles
  • 2021 – 100,045 miles
  • 2020 – 96,063 miles
  • 2019 – 94,203 miles
  • 2018 – 81,363 miles
  • 2017 – 73,482 miles
  • 2016 – 70,925 miles
  • 2015 – 68,209 miles
  • 2014 – 63,481 miles
  • 2013 – 58,717 miles
  • 2012 – 53,591 miles
  • 2011 – 48,635 miles
  • 2010 – 44,496 miles
  • 2009 – 39,376 miles
  • 2008 – 32,985 miles
  • 2007 – 26,944 miles
  • 2006 – 19,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,042 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,042 miles (+7,732)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,042 miles
    Test number
    498078339296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass113,310 miles (+4,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,310 miles
    Test number
    365171257058
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,134 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    445395748807
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir hose/pump area (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail109,134 miles (+3,983)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    712857759753
    • DangerousFront tow eye fitted/sharp edges
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir hose/pump area (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass105,151 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,151 miles
    Test number
    793696507589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,146 miles (+3,025)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,146 miles
    Test number
    123344310289
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,121 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,121 miles
    Test number
    250736635058
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail102,121 miles (+2,076)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,121 miles
    Test number
    729812079119
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,045 miles
    Test number
    775862013289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail100,045 miles (+3,982)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,045 miles
    Test number
    791124212706
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Rubber seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread cut to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + tread distorted/worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass96,063 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,063 miles
    Test number
    741122711583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,203 miles
    Test number
    601497924400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,163 miles (+12,800)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,163 miles
    Test number
    301870912933
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass81,363 miles (+7,881)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,363 miles
    Test number
    764377566252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,482 miles (+2,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    641911185277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering pump has slight oil leak

  16. Pass70,925 miles (+2,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,925 miles
    Test number
    808735843251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass68,209 miles (+4,728)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,209 miles
    Test number
    320836536989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,481 miles (+4,764)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,481 miles
    Test number
    625918564237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,717 miles (+138)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,717 miles
    Test number
    916786593200
    • NoteOffside rear tyre near limit

  20. Fail58,579 miles (+4,988)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    998968583258
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre near limit

  21. Pass53,591 miles (+4,956)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,591 miles
    Test number
    365945872223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,635 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,635 miles
    Test number
    596209971242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,496 miles (+5,120)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,496 miles
    Test number
    722381490215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,376 miles (+6,391)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,376 miles
    Test number
    381877389415
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated.

  25. Pass32,985 miles (+6,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,985 miles
    Test number
    124154288274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass26,944 miles (+7,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,944 miles
    Test number
    123418387243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass19,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,681 miles
    Test number
    933903396212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 LFX

Does J9 LFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 LFX is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 LFX?
The MOT on J9 LFX is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 LFX done?
J9 LFX was recorded at 121,042 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 5,083 miles a year.
Has J9 LFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 LFX has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on J9 LFX 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 J9 LFX find?
J9 LFX passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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