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Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,397 cc

L21 RDSMOT history

L21 RDS is a black petrol MINI first used on 12 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2022.

L21 RDS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2023
Mileage
90,928 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 RDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 RDS was last recorded at 90,928 miles on 22 Jul 2022, 16,703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,225 miles · 8 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
16,703 miles
Average per year
4,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,928 miles
  • 2021 – 74,225 miles
  • 2020 – 72,648 miles
  • 2019 – 66,374 miles
  • 2017 – 63,931 miles
  • 2016 – 60,931 miles
  • 2015 – 56,728 miles
  • 2014 – 52,715 miles
  • 2013 – 48,011 miles
  • 2012 – 44,458 miles
  • 2011 – 41,115 miles
  • 2010 – 38,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,928 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Rubber jacking point missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front subframe corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Door mirror glass missing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,928 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,928 miles
    Test number
    780059795293
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail90,928 miles (+16,703)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,928 miles
    Test number
    650449473646
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,225 miles
    Test number
    626461121711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rubber jacking point missing

  4. Fail74,225 miles (+1,577)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,225 miles
    Test number
    265824505146
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rubber jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,648 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    72,648 miles
    Test number
    305720323597
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror glass missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded.

  6. Fail72,648 miles (+6,274)2 dangerous6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,648 miles
    Test number
    295077381703
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens deteriorated. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror glass missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded.

  7. Pass66,374 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,374 miles
    Test number
    195418030399
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle heavy underseald

  8. Fail66,373 miles (+2,442)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,373 miles
    Test number
    295984401026
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front/rear both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front/rear suspension slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted

  9. Pass63,931 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,931 miles
    Test number
    824976823050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,897 miles (+2,966)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,897 miles
    Test number
    498451767241
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass60,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    60,931 miles
    Test number
    359544575289
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail60,931 miles (+4,203)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,931 miles
    Test number
    668687309487
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass56,728 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    971506193939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,719 miles (+4,004)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    289707670615
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass52,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    52,715 miles
    Test number
    598075534318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,715 miles (+4,704)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,715 miles
    Test number
    875982434374
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteFront tyres wearing uneven

  17. Pass48,011 miles (+3,553)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    275621433339
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail44,458 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,458 miles
    Test number
    315367752360
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S WIPER BLADE SPLITING

  19. Pass44,458 miles (+3,343)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,458 miles
    Test number
    457257852368
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S WIPER BLADE SPLITING

  20. Pass41,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,115 miles
    Test number
    615143831325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,115 miles (+2,800)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,115 miles
    Test number
    147813531359
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass38,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,315 miles
    Test number
    504742950398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,315 miles7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,315 miles
    Test number
    692831150313
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash

Questions about L21 RDS

Does L21 RDS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 RDS expired on 21 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 RDS?
The MOT on L21 RDS expired on 21 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 RDS done?
L21 RDS was recorded at 90,928 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2022, an average of 4,538 miles a year.
Has L21 RDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 RDS has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L21 RDS 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 RDS find?
L21 RDS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and cracking; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear.

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