MINI logo

MINI

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

L21 NJKMOT history

L21 NJK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 18 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2024.

L21 NJK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2025
Mileage
109,565 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,065 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L21 NJK in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L21 NJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 NJK was last recorded at 109,565 miles on 13 Nov 2024, 229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,336 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
229 miles
Average per year
5,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,565 miles
  • 2023 – 107,539 miles
  • 2022 – 105,465 miles
  • 2021 – 102,988 miles
  • 2020 – 100,848 miles
  • 2019 – 96,737 miles
  • 2018 – 91,644 miles
  • 2017 – 85,682 miles
  • 2016 – 74,187 miles
  • 2015 – 66,686 miles
  • 2014 – 59,737 miles
  • 2013 – 53,080 miles
  • 2012 – 48,690 miles
  • 2011 – 43,030 miles
  • 2010 – 38,471 miles
  • 2009 – 31,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,565 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TRAILING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TRAILING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,565 miles (+229)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    109,565 miles
    Test number
    927622180195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TRAILING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TRAILING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,336 miles (+1,797)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,336 miles
    Test number
    526872485395
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorReversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected BOTH NOT WORKING (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TRAILING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TRAILING ARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,539 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,539 miles
    Test number
    675434308167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,465 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,465 miles
    Test number
    870850474212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,988 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,988 miles
    Test number
    567305764535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail102,956 miles (+2,108)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,956 miles
    Test number
    788836784498
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass100,848 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,848 miles
    Test number
    982851209985
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail100,848 miles (+4,111)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,848 miles
    Test number
    823048464177
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass96,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,737 miles
    Test number
    678296077945
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer casing corroded

  10. Fail96,737 miles (+5,093)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,737 miles
    Test number
    434239171420
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer casing corroded

  11. Pass91,644 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,644 miles
    Test number
    633631909358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,640 miles (+5,958)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,640 miles
    Test number
    922876575287
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn INNER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass85,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,682 miles
    Test number
    545005443402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SILENCER (7.1.2)

  14. Fail85,682 miles (+11,495)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,682 miles
    Test number
    103175989540
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SILENCER (7.1.2)

  15. Pass74,187 miles (+7,501)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,187 miles
    Test number
    770901376899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,686 miles
    Test number
    395985825413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail66,686 miles (+6,949)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,686 miles
    Test number
    829125025233
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,737 miles (+6,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,737 miles
    Test number
    527036684168
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass53,080 miles (+4,390)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,080 miles
    Test number
    675623773109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,690 miles (+5,660)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,690 miles
    Test number
    197037932195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded not leaking.
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on outer edge.

  21. Pass43,030 miles (+4,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,030 miles
    Test number
    799737611190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,471 miles (+7,458)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,471 miles
    Test number
    150840340142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,013 miles
    Test number
    112891539180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 NJK

Does L21 NJK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 NJK expired on 17 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 NJK?
The MOT on L21 NJK expired on 17 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 NJK done?
L21 NJK was recorded at 109,565 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2024, an average of 5,065 miles a year.
Has L21 NJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 NJK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L21 NJK 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 L21 NJK find?
L21 NJK passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened trailing arm; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all L21N registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.