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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

K88 LVMMOT history

K88 LVM is a black petrol MINI first used on 27 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 115,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2024.

K88 LVM black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2025
Mileage
115,724 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2020
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 LVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 LVM was last recorded at 115,724 miles on 16 Jul 2020, 4,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,709 miles · 31 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
4,015 miles
Average per year
5,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 115,724 miles
  • 2019 – 111,709 miles
  • 2018 – 108,640 miles
  • 2017 – 105,823 miles
  • 2016 – 102,765 miles
  • 2015 – 93,541 miles
  • 2014 – 85,893 miles
  • 2013 – 80,276 miles
  • 2012 – 76,790 miles
  • 2011 – 74,315 miles
  • 2010 – 69,358 miles
  • 2009 – 60,508 miles
  • 2008 – 49,463 miles
  • 2007 – 38,568 miles
  • 2006 – 32,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight crack in between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    246203737707
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    513228832000
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    840502699065
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both outer and inner slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    254896756462
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both outer and inner slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    891230610080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    598432733282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight crack in between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    125542975877
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight crack in between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass115,724 miles (+4,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    274402600241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass111,709 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    111,709 miles
    Test number
    239022648417
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail111,700 miles (+3,060)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,700 miles
    Test number
    846121864453
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached to hub (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass108,640 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,640 miles
    Test number
    740648945816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,823 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,823 miles
    Test number
    949892841578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,765 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    102,765 miles
    Test number
    919694873811
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail102,755 miles (+9,214)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,755 miles
    Test number
    185177533769
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass93,541 miles (+237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,541 miles
    Test number
    765243013962
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox mounting broken at body but exhaust still secure on rubber mount

  16. Fail93,304 miles (+7,411)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,304 miles
    Test number
    861034068943
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system excessively rough strut top bearing seized (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox mounting broken at body but exhaust still secure on rubber mount

  17. Pass85,893 miles (+5,617)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,893 miles
    Test number
    315471384406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,276 miles
    Test number
    717757873233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,276 miles (+3,486)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,276 miles
    Test number
    849667673259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass76,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,790 miles
    Test number
    996696872262
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail76,790 miles (+2,475)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,790 miles
    Test number
    865306872296
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass74,315 miles (+4,957)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    306284581261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,358 miles (+4)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,358 miles
    Test number
    110293360252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside nearside front strut top bearing begining to seize and feel rough

  24. Fail69,354 miles (+8,846)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    960948650250
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside nearside front strut top bearing begining to seize and feel rough
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded and grooved

  25. Pass60,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    934697289258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,508 miles (+11,045)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    532167589213
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass49,463 miles (+10,895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,463 miles
    Test number
    552218078242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,568 miles
    Test number
    614684457261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail38,568 miles (+5,878)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,568 miles
    Test number
    541674057256
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Fail32,690 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,690 miles
    Test number
    162171976271
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass32,690 miles (+3,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,690 miles
    Test number
    374031476218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass29,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,510 miles
    Test number
    183053556040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 LVM

Does K88 LVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K88 LVM expired on 30 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K88 LVM?
The MOT on K88 LVM expired on 30 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K88 LVM done?
K88 LVM was recorded at 115,724 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2020, an average of 5,989 miles a year.
Has K88 LVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 LVM has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on K88 LVM 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 K88 LVM find?
K88 LVM passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2024 with 1 advisory: front coil spring corroded both sides.

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