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Blue and White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L11 TCJMOT history

L11 TCJ is a blue and white petrol MINI first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

L11 TCJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,082 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 TCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 TCJ was last recorded at 102,082 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,773 miles · 31 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
309 miles
Average per year
4,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,082 miles
  • 2024 – 101,773 miles
  • 2023 – 99,841 miles
  • 2022 – 97,373 miles
  • 2021 – 94,047 miles
  • 2020 – 89,685 miles
  • 2019 – 83,910 miles
  • 2018 – 78,192 miles
  • 2017 – 72,675 miles
  • 2016 – 67,659 miles
  • 2015 – 63,050 miles
  • 2013 – 58,556 miles
  • 2012 – 55,382 miles
  • 2011 – 51,636 miles
  • 2010 – 47,441 miles
  • 2009 – 42,052 miles
  • 2008 – 30,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,082 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside spot lamp not working
  • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts worn
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishedRecorded at 9 MOTs since 2016

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,082 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,082 miles
    Test number
    888223695164
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside spot lamp not working
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts worn
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  2. Fail102,082 miles (+309)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,082 miles
    Test number
    938755282977
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside spot lamp not working
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts worn
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  3. Pass101,773 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,773 miles
    Test number
    648901528232
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail101,769 miles (+1,928)1 dangerous7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,769 miles
    Test number
    605387793251
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount split (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Also worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Also bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,841 miles (+29)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,841 miles
    Test number
    145722221996
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Slight split in top rubber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also inner sidewall small splits not showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail99,812 miles (+2,439)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,812 miles
    Test number
    617395020539
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking Return pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Slight split in top rubber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also inner sidewall small splits not showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,373 miles (+85)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,373 miles
    Test number
    923943187002
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail97,288 miles (+3,241)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,288 miles
    Test number
    881737508757
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass94,047 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,047 miles
    Test number
    301457042783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail94,047 miles (+4,362)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,047 miles
    Test number
    629644587940
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to engine temperature too high. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to engine temperature too high. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass89,685 miles (+5,775)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,685 miles
    Test number
    827749223938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass83,910 miles (+5,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,910 miles
    Test number
    842846484994
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass78,192 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,192 miles
    Test number
    542244016594
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail78,192 miles (+5,517)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,192 miles
    Test number
    286908724956
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass72,675 miles (+79)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,675 miles
    Test number
    541886342731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  16. Fail72,596 miles (+4,937)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,596 miles
    Test number
    202193453317
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  17. Pass67,659 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    620087650068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm and perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  18. Fail67,605 miles (+4,555)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,605 miles
    Test number
    456388750291
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm and perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  19. Pass63,050 miles (+4,494)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,050 miles
    Test number
    526899325056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass58,556 miles (+3,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,556 miles
    Test number
    576828903286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass55,382 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,382 miles
    Test number
    606104812259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,636 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,636 miles
    Test number
    976013711261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,441 miles (+5,389)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,441 miles
    Test number
    182141810219
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise,small cut to sidewall n/s/r tyre.
    • NoteAdvise,small cut to sidewall o/s/r tyre.

  24. Pass42,052 miles (+11,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,052 miles
    Test number
    610839809208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass30,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,864 miles
    Test number
    842197718276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L11 TCJ

Does L11 TCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 TCJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 TCJ?
The MOT on L11 TCJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 TCJ done?
L11 TCJ was recorded at 102,082 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 4,074 miles a year.
Has L11 TCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 TCJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 TCJ 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 L11 TCJ find?
L11 TCJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; offside spot lamp not working; both front suspension top mounts worn, and 1 more.

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