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White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L15 DHUMOT history

L15 DHU is a white petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 104,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

L15 DHU white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
104,267 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 DHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 DHU was last recorded at 104,267 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 3,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,618 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,649 miles
Average per year
4,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,267 miles
  • 2025 – 100,618 miles
  • 2024 – 89,304 miles
  • 2023 – 80,584 miles
  • 2022 – 78,454 miles
  • 2020 – 74,829 miles
  • 2019 – 66,842 miles
  • 2018 – 56,660 miles
  • 2017 – 47,759 miles
  • 2016 – 46,266 miles
  • 2015 – 43,920 miles
  • 2014 – 41,539 miles
  • 2013 – 39,146 miles
  • 2012 – 36,798 miles
  • 2011 – 34,160 miles
  • 2010 – 31,224 miles
  • 2009 – 28,335 miles
  • 2008 – 25,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,267 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp covers deteriorated.
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall,inner sidewall cut,no cords seen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small nick

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside reverse lamp inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,267 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    104,267 miles
    Test number
    216589332120
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp covers deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,267 miles (+3,649)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,267 miles
    Test number
    971103417531
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp covers deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,618 miles (+314)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    363518884970
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small nick (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall,inner sidewall cut,no cords seen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp inop
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRunflat tyres on front axle,normal tyres on rear,all the same size

  4. Fail100,304 miles (+11,000)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,304 miles
    Test number
    236450180515
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure both mountings broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small nick (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall,inner sidewall cut,no cords seen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp inop
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRunflat tyres on front axle,normal tyres on rear,all the same size

  5. Pass89,304 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,304 miles
    Test number
    444724338843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,584 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    80,584 miles
    Test number
    954509046299
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail80,550 miles (+2,096)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,550 miles
    Test number
    244540477803
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass78,454 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    546271450695
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight travel on handbrake lever

  9. Fail78,454 miles (+3,625)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    310402868055
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight travel on handbrake lever

  10. Pass74,829 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,829 miles
    Test number
    983427439412
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes worn on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges New tyre rqd (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail74,820 miles (+7,978)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,820 miles
    Test number
    864086896166
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes worn on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges New tyre rqd (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass66,842 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,842 miles
    Test number
    745069888678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,841 miles (+10,181)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,841 miles
    Test number
    318917439720
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment parking brake lever on caliper (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass56,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,660 miles
    Test number
    940677665648
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail56,660 miles (+3,037)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,660 miles
    Test number
    866038312191
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on brake pads low

  16. Pass53,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,623 miles
    Test number
    633154593009
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  17. Fail53,623 miles (+5,864)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,623 miles
    Test number
    461845271181
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  18. Pass47,759 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,759 miles
    Test number
    547300549762
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail47,759 miles (+1,493)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,759 miles
    Test number
    884504099223
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass46,266 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    986742121745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view
    • AdvisorySlight noise from offside front wheel bearing

  21. Fail46,266 miles (+2,346)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    215897351388
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view
    • AdvisorySlight noise from offside front wheel bearing

  22. Pass43,920 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    43,920 miles
    Test number
    926155755069
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Fail43,920 miles (+2,381)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,920 miles
    Test number
    118025155459
    • FailureStop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass41,539 miles (+2,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,539 miles
    Test number
    786876654045
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass39,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,146 miles
    Test number
    196613053433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,146 miles (+2,348)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,146 miles
    Test number
    928343153040
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass36,798 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,798 miles
    Test number
    137758042452
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking through tread.

  28. Fail36,796 miles (+2,636)3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,796 miles
    Test number
    149088242448
    • DangerousCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking through tread.

  29. Fail34,160 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,160 miles
    Test number
    118956951056
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass34,160 miles (+2,936)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    34,160 miles
    Test number
    655296351064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass31,224 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,224 miles
    Test number
    700357930046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass28,335 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,335 miles
    Test number
    273981959087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass25,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,809 miles
    Test number
    933227478067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 DHU

Does L15 DHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 DHU is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 DHU?
The MOT on L15 DHU is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 DHU done?
L15 DHU was recorded at 104,267 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 4,382 miles a year.
Has L15 DHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 DHU has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 DHU 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 L15 DHU find?
L15 DHU passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; both headlamp covers deteriorated.; fuel cap seal perished., and 2 more.

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