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White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

L1 YGCMOT history

L1 YGC is a white diesel MINI first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 123,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L1 YGC white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
123,439 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 YGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 YGC was last recorded at 123,439 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,437 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,439 miles
  • 2025 – 121,123 miles
  • 2024 – 117,953 miles
  • 2023 – 114,300 miles
  • 2022 – 111,233 miles
  • 2021 – 107,575 miles
  • 2020 – 105,017 miles
  • 2019 – 99,776 miles
  • 2018 – 94,462 miles
  • 2017 – 89,887 miles
  • 2016 – 83,621 miles
  • 2015 – 79,112 miles
  • 2014 – 75,352 miles
  • 2013 – 65,752 miles
  • 2012 – 55,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,439 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coolant level below minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,439 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    123,439 miles
    Test number
    472507817249
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail123,437 miles (+2,314)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,437 miles
    Test number
    990367959227
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass121,123 miles (+3,170)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,123 miles
    Test number
    163303105095
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass117,953 miles (+3,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,953 miles
    Test number
    879845276703
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes showing signs of corrosion
  5. Pass114,300 miles (+3,067)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,300 miles
    Test number
    908145224663
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure not likely to fall of
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass111,233 miles (+56)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,233 miles
    Test number
    992831340555
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
  7. Fail111,177 miles (+3,602)2 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,177 miles
    Test number
    857286595388
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
  8. Pass107,575 miles (+2,558)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    107,575 miles
    Test number
    857398477567
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass105,017 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    105,017 miles
    Test number
    806593701836
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryOff side rear brake binding slightly
  10. Pass99,776 miles (+5,314)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    99,776 miles
    Test number
    391148303635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,462 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,462 miles
    Test number
    825530935099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,887 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,887 miles
    Test number
    251335510188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,839 miles (+6,218)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    814526904807
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
  14. Pass83,621 miles (+4,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,621 miles
    Test number
    182633203765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/15 tyres also perishing on side walls and in tred (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perishing in tred and side walls (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing in tred and side walls
  15. Pass79,112 miles (+3,760)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,112 miles
    Test number
    207883005135
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perishing
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perishing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre valve perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre valve perishing
  16. Pass75,352 miles (+9,600)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,352 miles
    Test number
    928302974008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,752 miles (+9,909)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    65,752 miles
    Test number
    328881183042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    579175562087
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail55,843 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    689295062030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L1 YGC

Does L1 YGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 YGC is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 YGC?
The MOT on L1 YGC is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 YGC done?
L1 YGC was recorded at 123,439 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 4,788 miles a year.
Has L1 YGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 YGC has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 YGC 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 YGC find?
L1 YGC passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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