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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L111 VVMMOT history

L111 VVM is a silver petrol MINI first used on 7 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 155,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2023.

L111 VVM silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2024
Mileage
155,463 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 VVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 VVM was last recorded at 155,463 miles on 2 Sept 2023, 8,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,603 miles · 15 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
8,860 miles
Average per year
8,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,463 miles
  • 2022 – 146,603 miles
  • 2021 – 146,033 miles
  • 2020 – 142,274 miles
  • 2019 – 134,062 miles
  • 2018 – 120,874 miles
  • 2017 – 111,300 miles
  • 2016 – 91,606 miles
  • 2015 – 77,926 miles
  • 2014 – 69,023 miles
  • 2013 – 58,410 miles
  • 2012 – 54,081 miles
  • 2011 – 42,147 miles
  • 2009 – 32,661 miles
  • 2008 – 17,248 miles
  • 2007 – 14,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,463 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,463 miles (+8,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,463 miles
    Test number
    916746757240
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass146,603 miles (+570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    146,603 miles
    Test number
    531844932021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass146,033 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    146,033 miles
    Test number
    510227419119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail146,030 miles (+3,756)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,030 miles
    Test number
    452495892884
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass142,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,274 miles
    Test number
    623256108306
    • AdvisoryRear rear sub frame and arms corroded but not weakened
    • AdvisoryRear under body surface rust rear
  6. Fail142,274 miles (+8,212)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,274 miles
    Test number
    499234274965
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear sub frame and arms corroded but not weakened
    • AdvisoryRear under body surface rust rear
  7. Pass134,062 miles (+466)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    134,062 miles
    Test number
    174967087704
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail133,596 miles (+12,722)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,596 miles
    Test number
    737546830609
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass120,874 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    120,874 miles
    Test number
    969092935880
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake disks corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion front and rear of underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light has bulbs inoperative but not more than 50%
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside outer mirror casing insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread depth low, tread perishing and nail in tread, repairable.
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroding
  10. Fail120,874 miles (+9,574)2 dangerous6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,874 miles
    Test number
    681417130995
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability top mount split to excess (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded offside front to rear , this pipe burst on roller brake test (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake disks corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion front and rear of underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light has bulbs inoperative but not more than 50%
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside outer mirror casing insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread depth low, tread perishing and nail in tread, repairable.
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroding
  11. Pass111,300 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    111,300 miles
    Test number
    880307606783
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Fail111,300 miles (+19,694)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,300 miles
    Test number
    984347671083
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass91,606 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,606 miles
    Test number
    594143247571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail91,606 miles (+3,183)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,606 miles
    Test number
    999256735991
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass88,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,423 miles
    Test number
    368839755075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,423 miles (+10,497)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,423 miles
    Test number
    454537132482
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  17. Pass77,926 miles (+8,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,926 miles
    Test number
    148843165477
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass69,023 miles (+10,613)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,023 miles
    Test number
    467671554014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,410 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,410 miles
    Test number
    326913363088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,081 miles (+11,934)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,081 miles
    Test number
    139849562418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,147 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,147 miles
    Test number
    467519661069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,059 miles (+9,398)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,059 miles
    Test number
    139174961012
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  23. Pass32,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,661 miles
    Test number
    284934059277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,661 miles (+15,413)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,661 miles
    Test number
    794014959237
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  25. Pass17,248 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,248 miles
    Test number
    890712518139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,510 miles
    Test number
    171573357179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 VVM

Does L111 VVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L111 VVM expired on 8 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L111 VVM?
The MOT on L111 VVM expired on 8 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L111 VVM done?
L111 VVM was recorded at 155,463 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2023, an average of 8,673 miles a year.
Has L111 VVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 VVM has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on L111 VVM 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 L111 VVM find?
L111 VVM passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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