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Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

L18 RMOMOT history

L18 RMO is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 137,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

L18 RMO blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,599 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 RMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 RMO was last recorded at 137,599 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,442 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
157 miles
Average per year
8,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,599 miles
  • 2025 – 135,753 miles
  • 2023 – 135,269 miles
  • 2022 – 127,158 miles
  • 2021 – 126,805 miles
  • 2020 – 125,126 miles
  • 2019 – 114,746 miles
  • 2018 – 113,043 miles
  • 2017 – 100,102 miles
  • 2016 – 85,523 miles
  • 2015 – 69,303 miles
  • 2014 – 51,666 miles
  • 2013 – 36,576 miles
  • 2012 – 24,903 miles
  • 2011 – 16,746 miles
  • 2010 – 9,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,599 miles
  • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 pitting (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,599 miles (+157)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,599 miles
    Test number
    776534877853
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail137,442 miles (+1,689)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,442 miles
    Test number
    912014149777
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass135,753 miles (+484)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,753 miles
    Test number
    431685646207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Pass135,269 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,269 miles
    Test number
    886232609941
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail135,269 miles (+8,111)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,269 miles
    Test number
    739436539696
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass127,158 miles (+353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    127,158 miles
    Test number
    516130482778
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked/perished but working as intended
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass126,805 miles (+1,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    126,805 miles
    Test number
    116339169414
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (Rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass125,126 miles (+10,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    125,126 miles
    Test number
    900530672323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  9. Pass114,746 miles (+1,703)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,746 miles
    Test number
    894917081384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,043 miles (+12,941)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,043 miles
    Test number
    850032023814
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass100,102 miles (+14,579)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,102 miles
    Test number
    777029849281
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 pitting (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  12. Pass85,523 miles (+16,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,523 miles
    Test number
    903345776415
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 pitting (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass69,303 miles (+1,007)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,303 miles
    Test number
    395495574612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing inspetion of adult belt

  14. Fail68,296 miles (+16,630)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,296 miles
    Test number
    299964895401
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass51,666 miles (+15,090)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,666 miles
    Test number
    216026814228
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass36,576 miles (+53)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,576 miles
    Test number
    188671573154
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail36,523 miles (+11,620)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,523 miles
    Test number
    557605763156
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass24,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    24,903 miles
    Test number
    515525072183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,903 miles (+8,157)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,903 miles
    Test number
    908884072192
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass16,746 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,746 miles
    Test number
    676690011264
    • NoteNear side front tyre has slight bulge on outter wall .

  21. Fail16,746 miles (+7,355)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,746 miles
    Test number
    899960011227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteNear side front tyre has slight bulge on outter wall .

  22. Pass9,391 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    9,391 miles
    Test number
    751634630137
    • NoteMinor corrosion rear inner discs
    • NoteMinor play l/h inner tie rod

Questions about L18 RMO

Does L18 RMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 RMO is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 RMO?
The MOT on L18 RMO is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 RMO done?
L18 RMO was recorded at 137,599 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 8,110 miles a year.
Has L18 RMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 RMO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 RMO 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 RMO find?
L18 RMO passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; offside all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; exhaust noisy, and 3 more.

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