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MINI Cooper S Auto

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L18 CYFMOT history

L18 CYF is a blue petrol MINI Cooper S Auto first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 39,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

L18 CYF blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
39,098 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 CYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S Auto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 CYF was last recorded at 39,098 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 5,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
33,964 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,134 miles
Average per year
3,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,098 miles
  • 2025 – 33,964 miles
  • 2024 – 30,157 miles
  • 2023 – 25,330 miles
  • 2022 – 21,347 miles
  • 2021 – 17,145 miles
  • 2019 – 12,672 miles
  • 2018 – 10,225 miles
  • 2017 – 8,008 miles
  • 2016 – 7,294 miles
  • 2015 – 5,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,098 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 30 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,098 miles (+5,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    39,098 miles
    Test number
    767196652010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass33,964 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    33,964 miles
    Test number
    218119957236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass30,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    30,157 miles
    Test number
    113920364245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail30,155 miles (+4,825)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,155 miles
    Test number
    653262876315
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass25,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    25,330 miles
    Test number
    550187239855
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  6. Fail25,325 miles (+3,978)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,325 miles
    Test number
    142449834074
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass21,347 miles (+4,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    21,347 miles
    Test number
    792493740328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass17,145 miles (+4,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    17,145 miles
    Test number
    593796067190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass12,672 miles (+2,447)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    12,672 miles
    Test number
    142249575991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass10,225 miles (+2,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    10,225 miles
    Test number
    653786986886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass8,008 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    8,008 miles
    Test number
    623412636610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass7,294 miles (+2,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    7,294 miles
    Test number
    684900144754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass5,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    5,190 miles
    Test number
    798084871648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L18 CYF

Does L18 CYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 CYF is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 CYF?
The MOT on L18 CYF is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 CYF done?
L18 CYF was recorded at 39,098 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 3,283 miles a year.
Has L18 CYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 CYF has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 CYF 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 L18 CYF find?
L18 CYF passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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