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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

L15 YRKMOT history

L15 YRK is a silver petrol MINI first used on 16 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 60,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

L15 YRK silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
60,738 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 YRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 YRK was last recorded at 60,738 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 488 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,250 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
488 miles
Average per year
2,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,738 miles
  • 2025 – 60,250 miles
  • 2024 – 59,157 miles
  • 2023 – 57,769 miles
  • 2022 – 56,098 miles
  • 2021 – 54,934 miles
  • 2020 – 53,975 miles
  • 2019 – 51,929 miles
  • 2018 – 49,671 miles
  • 2017 – 48,068 miles
  • 2016 – 45,462 miles
  • 2015 – 42,941 miles
  • 2014 – 39,078 miles
  • 2013 – 34,241 miles
  • 2012 – 29,177 miles
  • 2011 – 18,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,738 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage On rack (2.1.5 (a))

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, 2020–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Rear Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering pipe damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,738 miles (+488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    60,738 miles
    Test number
    452384035714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage On rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass60,250 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    347238936867
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage of engine (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail60,250 miles (+1,093)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    352752312004
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage of engine (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,157 miles (+1,388)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    502148179209
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  5. Pass57,769 miles (+1,671)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    57,769 miles
    Test number
    727464226057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damaged wheel rim
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass56,098 miles (+1,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    56,098 miles
    Test number
    144847245414
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  7. Pass54,934 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    691624773423
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail54,934 miles (+959)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    466472837504
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass53,975 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    53,975 miles
    Test number
    493640131281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing uneven and thin on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail53,975 miles (+2,046)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,975 miles
    Test number
    336793388918
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing uneven and thin on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass51,929 miles (+2,258)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    51,929 miles
    Test number
    875267933822
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass49,671 miles (+1,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    532227671027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage On rack (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass48,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,068 miles
    Test number
    460828157782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,068 miles (+2,606)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,068 miles
    Test number
    627548472102
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass45,462 miles (+2,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,462 miles
    Test number
    674373556280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass42,941 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,941 miles
    Test number
    325950505152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,078 miles (+4,837)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,078 miles
    Test number
    928869494067
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded

  18. Pass34,241 miles (+5,064)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    34,241 miles
    Test number
    157614593472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBack box corroded

  19. Pass29,177 miles (+10,287)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,177 miles
    Test number
    138808692096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front chassis leg damp with oil
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish

  20. Pass18,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,890 miles
    Test number
    175357861027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 YRK

Does L15 YRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 YRK is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 YRK?
The MOT on L15 YRK is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 YRK done?
L15 YRK was recorded at 60,738 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,778 miles a year.
Has L15 YRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 YRK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L15 YRK 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 YRK find?
L15 YRK passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage on rack.

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