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White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

L18 YRLMOT history

L18 YRL is a white diesel MINI first used on 26 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

L18 YRL white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
80,843 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 YRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 YRL was last recorded at 80,843 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 8,246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,597 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8,246 miles
Average per year
6,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,843 miles
  • 2025 – 72,597 miles
  • 2024 – 68,078 miles
  • 2023 – 63,651 miles
  • 2022 – 56,684 miles
  • 2021 – 48,884 miles
  • 2020 – 42,597 miles
  • 2019 – 39,156 miles
  • 2018 – 35,142 miles
  • 2017 – 29,109 miles
  • 2016 – 20,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,843 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Handbrake travel indicates adjustment/repair is required
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both nearside and offside uppers

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,843 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    80,843 miles
    Test number
    274601750631
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Handbrake travel indicates adjustment/repair is required
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail80,843 miles (+8,246)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,843 miles
    Test number
    255451218845
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Handbrake travel indicates adjustment/repair is required
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass72,597 miles (+4,519)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,597 miles
    Test number
    432442416235
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light unit insecure
  4. Pass68,078 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    136923978372
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both nearside and offside uppers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail68,077 miles (+4,426)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,077 miles
    Test number
    654160987004
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both nearside and offside uppers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass63,651 miles (+6,967)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    63,651 miles
    Test number
    393684302134
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked slightly and wearing on inner edge 205/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect rear seat belts due to pet cover/bed
  7. Pass56,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    384514144066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,684 miles (+7,800)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    373046912694
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass48,884 miles (+6,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,884 miles
    Test number
    424867532517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass42,597 miles (+3,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,597 miles
    Test number
    558882306072
    • 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))
  11. Pass39,156 miles (+4,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,156 miles
    Test number
    202797927766
    • 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))
  12. Pass35,142 miles (+6,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,142 miles
    Test number
    878930970458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass29,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    29,109 miles
    Test number
    438355864655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail29,109 miles (+8,640)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,109 miles
    Test number
    323834441855
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  15. Pass20,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    20,469 miles
    Test number
    659106586011
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front on the outside shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L18 YRL

Does L18 YRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 YRL is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 YRL?
The MOT on L18 YRL is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 YRL done?
L18 YRL was recorded at 80,843 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 6,017 miles a year.
Has L18 YRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 YRL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 YRL 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 YRL find?
L18 YRL passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: central front handbrake travel indicates adjustment/repair is required; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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