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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L18 WKRMOT history

L18 WKR is a grey petrol MINI first used on 14 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

L18 WKR grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
84,434 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 WKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 WKR was last recorded at 84,434 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 2,804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,630 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,804 miles
Average per year
3,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,434 miles
  • 2025 – 81,630 miles
  • 2024 – 81,119 miles
  • 2023 – 79,676 miles
  • 2022 – 79,020 miles
  • 2021 – 77,813 miles
  • 2020 – 76,664 miles
  • 2019 – 74,675 miles
  • 2018 – 72,631 miles
  • 2017 – 69,738 miles
  • 2016 – 67,555 miles
  • 2015 – 64,278 miles
  • 2014 – 60,735 miles
  • 2013 – 55,962 miles
  • 2012 – 45,582 miles
  • 2011 – 33,609 miles
  • 2010 – 29,902 miles
  • 2009 – 25,322 miles
  • 2008 – 20,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,434 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass84,434 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    84,434 miles
    Test number
    990498041709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,630 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,630 miles
    Test number
    557552812101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,119 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    81,119 miles
    Test number
    298335784539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,103 miles (+1,427)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,103 miles
    Test number
    543519278923
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,676 miles (+656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,676 miles
    Test number
    263078779968
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass79,020 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,020 miles
    Test number
    623026997033
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  7. Fail78,996 miles (+1,183)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,996 miles
    Test number
    833905647506
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  8. Pass77,813 miles (+3)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,813 miles
    Test number
    367987482558
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail77,810 miles (+3)3 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,810 miles
    Test number
    912475007993
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipes corroded and leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail77,807 miles (+1,143)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,807 miles
    Test number
    122959397425
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass76,664 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    870096040077
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail76,595 miles (+1,920)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,595 miles
    Test number
    985441262470
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass74,675 miles (+2,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,675 miles
    Test number
    566992270165
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass72,631 miles (+2,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,631 miles
    Test number
    760715368652
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass69,738 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,738 miles
    Test number
    239969757816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,555 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    67,555 miles
    Test number
    461762490814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,278 miles (+3,543)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,278 miles
    Test number
    117324925293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,735 miles (+4,773)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,735 miles
    Test number
    437596924283
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/r exhaust box outer casing corroded

  19. Pass55,962 miles (+10,380)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,962 miles
    Test number
    278653333239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,582 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,582 miles
    Test number
    195134832255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,572 miles
    Test number
    935092132198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,879 miles (+9,270)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,879 miles
    Test number
    219022232449
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass33,609 miles (+3,707)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    33,609 miles
    Test number
    205617021105
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront pads not greased and squealing
    • NoteOs engine mounting weak (has lost oil)
    • NoteRear discs corroded and scored

  24. Pass29,902 miles (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,902 miles
    Test number
    591825230171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,322 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    25,322 miles
    Test number
    723056239108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,489 miles
    Test number
    474088238116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 WKR

Does L18 WKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 WKR is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 WKR?
The MOT on L18 WKR is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 WKR done?
L18 WKR was recorded at 84,434 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 3,470 miles a year.
Has L18 WKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 WKR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 WKR 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 WKR find?
L18 WKR passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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