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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L18 WKYMOT history

L18 WKY is a red petrol MINI first used on 12 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 152,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

L18 WKY red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
152,216 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 WKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 WKY was last recorded at 152,216 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,184 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
5,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,216 miles
  • 2025 – 148,438 miles
  • 2023 – 146,425 miles
  • 2022 – 143,630 miles
  • 2019 – 143,601 miles
  • 2016 – 140,412 miles
  • 2015 – 132,107 miles
  • 2014 – 107,285 miles
  • 2013 – 96,728 miles
  • 2012 – 92,326 miles
  • 2011 – 88,904 miles
  • 2010 – 81,851 miles
  • 2009 – 74,784 miles
  • 2008 – 67,195 miles
  • 2007 – 50,476 miles
  • 2006 – 39,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,216 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear reverse light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear window wiper deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Rear reverse light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2019

  • Engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,216 miles (+32)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    152,216 miles
    Test number
    110895361866
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear window wiper deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail152,184 miles (+3,746)2 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,184 miles
    Test number
    571233613296
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear window wiper deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass148,438 miles (+2,013)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    148,438 miles
    Test number
    684365074443
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light not working

  4. Pass146,425 miles (+2,795)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    146,425 miles
    Test number
    143631463997
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light not working

  5. Pass143,630 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,630 miles
    Test number
    111204040694
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail143,625 miles (+24)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,625 miles
    Test number
    122822292527
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass143,601 miles (+3,189)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    632060268306
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions limit just met
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber mount worn slightly REAR
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront headlights misty
    • AdvisoryO/s/f steering rack gaiter slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen crack zone B not affecting drivers view

  8. Pass140,412 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    140,412 miles
    Test number
    644740274536
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  9. Fail140,374 miles (+8,267)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,374 miles
    Test number
    225482465185
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  10. Pass132,107 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,107 miles
    Test number
    116445661624
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in suspension

  11. Fail132,107 miles (+3,599)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,107 miles
    Test number
    923934566263
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in suspension

  12. Pass128,508 miles (+21,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    128,508 miles
    Test number
    938949041069
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail107,285 miles4 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,285 miles
    Test number
    136122644296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass107,285 miles (+520)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,285 miles
    Test number
    147862644233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail106,765 miles (+10,037)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    688525734251
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass96,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,728 miles
    Test number
    298485813273
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail96,728 miles (+4,402)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,728 miles
    Test number
    776633713267
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass92,326 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,326 miles
    Test number
    258359712239
    • NoteFuel cap seal detiorating
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting rubbers worn but the exhaust is secure.

  19. Fail92,326 miles (+3,422)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,326 miles
    Test number
    397093612468
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFuel cap seal detiorating
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting rubbers worn but the exhaust is secure.

  20. Pass88,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    706713241227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,094 miles (+6,243)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,094 miles
    Test number
    617053541299
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass81,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,851 miles
    Test number
    542212530219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,851 miles (+7,067)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,851 miles
    Test number
    391281030492
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass74,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    74,784 miles
    Test number
    402487839236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,784 miles (+7,589)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,784 miles
    Test number
    783506539217
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass67,195 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,195 miles
    Test number
    373853248472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded b ut not blowing
    • NoteOffside rear rubber jacking mount on sill missing

  27. Fail67,195 miles (+5,609)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,195 miles
    Test number
    792193548233
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded b ut not blowing
    • NoteOffside rear rubber jacking mount on sill missing

  28. Pass61,586 miles (+11,110)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    61,586 miles
    Test number
    512269048030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  29. Pass50,476 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,476 miles
    Test number
    483690737070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,475 miles (+10,590)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,475 miles
    Test number
    132689127045
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear pads worn.

  31. Pass39,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,885 miles
    Test number
    152257726467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 WKY

Does L18 WKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 WKY is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 WKY?
The MOT on L18 WKY is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 WKY done?
L18 WKY was recorded at 152,216 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 5,557 miles a year.
Has L18 WKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 WKY has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 WKY 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 WKY find?
L18 WKY passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front coolant leak, and 4 more.

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