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Red and White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,275 cc

L21 VHUMOT history

L21 VHU is a red and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 2 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 99,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

L21 VHU red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,453 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 VHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
2 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 VHU was last recorded at 99,453 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2009: 67,266 miles, lower than 89,109 miles on 18 Jul 2008.
  • 18 Oct 2013: 27,000 miles, lower than 72,370 miles on 16 Oct 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,296 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
157 miles
Average per year
932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,453 miles
  • 2025 – 99,296 miles
  • 2024 – 99,276 miles
  • 2023 – 99,162 miles
  • 2022 – 99,035 miles
  • 2020 – 98,852 miles
  • 2018 – 98,365 miles
  • 2017 – 97,954 miles
  • 2016 – 97,597 miles
  • 2015 – 97,228 miles
  • 2014 – 96,963 miles
  • 2013 – 27,000 miles
  • 2012 – 72,370 miles
  • 2011 – 72,284 miles
  • 2010 – 69,906 miles
  • 2009 – 67,277 miles
  • 2008 – 89,109 miles
  • 2007 – 85,166 miles
  • 2006 – 80,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,453 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid Section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. on Rise (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,453 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,453 miles
    Test number
    693973247857
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. on Rise (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail99,453 miles (+157)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,453 miles
    Test number
    562911531674
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. on Rise (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass99,296 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    99,296 miles
    Test number
    609712224142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass99,276 miles (+114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,276 miles
    Test number
    291980100301
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass99,162 miles (+127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,162 miles
    Test number
    326856116796
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass99,035 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,035 miles
    Test number
    726917528434
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass98,852 miles (+232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    98,852 miles
    Test number
    234937535614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,620 miles (+255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,620 miles
    Test number
    802924669101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,365 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    98,365 miles
    Test number
    225954180921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,954 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,954 miles
    Test number
    850748033695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,597 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    690997162340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail97,591 miles (+363)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,591 miles
    Test number
    531148704672
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass97,228 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,228 miles
    Test number
    211574048617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,963 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,963 miles
    Test number
    149642804376
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail96,963 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,963 miles
    Test number
    635551204377
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteThrottle cable sticking

  16. Fail96,963 miles (+69,963)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,963 miles
    Test number
    387772574295
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCAT rattling
    • NoteThrottle cable sticking

  17. Pass27,000 miles (-45,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    27,000 miles
    Test number
    326081293468
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass72,370 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,370 miles
    Test number
    265800792247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail72,370 miles (+86)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,370 miles
    Test number
    428099982230
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass72,284 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    72,284 miles
    Test number
    697909371221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,281 miles (+2,375)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,281 miles
    Test number
    367537071258
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  22. Pass69,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,906 miles
    Test number
    132102280128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,906 miles (+2,629)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,906 miles
    Test number
    223031380105
    • FailureFront Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass67,277 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,277 miles
    Test number
    733435409262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail67,266 miles (-21,843)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,266 miles
    Test number
    543523609296
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Pass89,109 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    174620008244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s/f n/s/f tyres bald on inner edges

  27. Fail89,109 miles (+3,943)12 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    853920098189
    • FailureNearside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteO/s/f n/s/f tyres bald on inner edges

  28. Pass85,166 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    85,166 miles
    Test number
    353419377134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,115 miles (+4,197)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,115 miles
    Test number
    181073077130
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  30. Pass80,918 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,918 miles
    Test number
    942926846158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAdvise;nearside rear brake slightly down on performance
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

Questions about L21 VHU

Does L21 VHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 VHU is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 VHU?
The MOT on L21 VHU is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 VHU done?
L21 VHU was recorded at 99,453 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 932 miles a year.
Has L21 VHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 VHU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 VHU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L21 VHU find?
L21 VHU passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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