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Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,496 cc

L1 VUWMOT history

L1 VUW is a black diesel MINI Cooper first used on 30 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 140,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
140,070 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 VUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 VUW was last recorded at 140,070 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,048 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
13,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,070 miles
  • 2024 – 123,372 miles
  • 2023 – 100,564 miles
  • 2022 – 99,783 miles
  • 2021 – 98,594 miles
  • 2020 – 89,419 miles
  • 2019 – 69,799 miles
  • 2018 – 46,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,070 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55x16 91w

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 28 Nov 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,070 miles (+22)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    140,070 miles
    Test number
    273052489262
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,048 miles (+16,676)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,048 miles
    Test number
    450920294519
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,372 miles (+496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,372 miles
    Test number
    522014174792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55x16 91w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail122,876 miles (+22,312)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,876 miles
    Test number
    289126674298
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55x16 91w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,564 miles (+781)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    100,564 miles
    Test number
    947579234888
    • 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))
    • 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))

  6. Pass99,783 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,783 miles
    Test number
    314847980473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,594 miles (+9,175)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,594 miles
    Test number
    508854647935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,419 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,419 miles
    Test number
    211245906646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail89,419 miles (+19,620)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,419 miles
    Test number
    300977009319
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass69,799 miles (+23,678)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,799 miles
    Test number
    749811505994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,121 miles
    Test number
    314048423070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 VUW

Does L1 VUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 VUW is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L1 VUW?
The MOT on L1 VUW is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 VUW done?
L1 VUW was recorded at 140,070 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 13,347 miles a year.
Has L1 VUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 VUW has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 VUW 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 L1 VUW find?
L1 VUW passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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