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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L18 YCKMOT history

L18 YCK is a silver petrol MINI first used on 26 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

L18 YCK silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,790 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 YCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 YCK was last recorded at 80,790 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,790 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,790 miles
  • 2024 – 80,778 miles
  • 2023 – 77,530 miles
  • 2022 – 76,125 miles
  • 2021 – 73,626 miles
  • 2020 – 71,485 miles
  • 2019 – 65,842 miles
  • 2018 – 62,532 miles
  • 2017 – 57,342 miles
  • 2016 – 54,962 miles
  • 2015 – 52,288 miles
  • 2014 – 49,532 miles
  • 2013 – 44,449 miles
  • 2012 – 38,953 miles
  • 2011 – 35,580 miles
  • 2010 – 30,222 miles
  • 2009 – 24,715 miles
  • 2008 – 20,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,790 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front subframe and axel corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside & offside corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,790 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,790 miles
    Test number
    461571517964
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside components

  2. Fail80,790 miles (+12)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,790 miles
    Test number
    383454855869
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside components

  3. Pass80,778 miles (+3,248)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    225057039151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,530 miles (+1,405)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,530 miles
    Test number
    406575365964
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating

  5. Pass76,125 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    898850670177
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe and axel corroded

  6. Fail76,125 miles (+2,499)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    747116154884
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe and axel corroded

  7. Pass73,626 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,626 miles
    Test number
    566003735355
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside & offside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail73,626 miles (+2,141)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,626 miles
    Test number
    433578948124
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded nearside & offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside & offside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,485 miles (+5,643)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,485 miles
    Test number
    780294174457
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass65,842 miles (+3,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,842 miles
    Test number
    579190058158
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass62,532 miles (+5,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,532 miles
    Test number
    481748433145
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass57,342 miles (+2,380)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,342 miles
    Test number
    976187806651
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWater in boot compartment

  13. Pass54,962 miles (+2,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,962 miles
    Test number
    311022753321
    • AdvisoryWater in boot compartment

  14. Pass52,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,288 miles
    Test number
    549710305101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,288 miles (+2,756)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,288 miles
    Test number
    945460005195
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass49,532 miles (+5,083)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,532 miles
    Test number
    508764494074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,449 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,449 miles
    Test number
    836992493043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Fail44,449 miles (+5,496)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,449 miles
    Test number
    287632593003
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass38,953 miles (+3,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,953 miles
    Test number
    488395992018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass35,580 miles (+5,358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,580 miles
    Test number
    137707291470
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,222 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,222 miles
    Test number
    501218990001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,221 miles (+5,506)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,221 miles
    Test number
    384937790004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,715 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,715 miles
    Test number
    873873799089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,516 miles
    Test number
    550839508191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 YCK

Does L18 YCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 YCK is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 YCK?
The MOT on L18 YCK is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 YCK done?
L18 YCK was recorded at 80,790 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 3,380 miles a year.
Has L18 YCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 YCK has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 YCK 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 YCK find?
L18 YCK passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; corrosion to underside components.

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