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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L22 ATJMOT history

L22 ATJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 141,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

L22 ATJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
141,917 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 ATJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 ATJ was last recorded at 141,917 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,893 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
6,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,917 miles
  • 2025 – 135,861 miles
  • 2024 – 129,535 miles
  • 2023 – 123,332 miles
  • 2022 – 115,651 miles
  • 2021 – 106,824 miles
  • 2020 – 97,834 miles
  • 2019 – 92,117 miles
  • 2018 – 85,568 miles
  • 2017 – 80,014 miles
  • 2016 – 74,809 miles
  • 2015 – 70,001 miles
  • 2013 – 60,808 miles
  • 2012 – 54,091 miles
  • 2011 – 49,775 miles
  • 2010 – 44,946 miles
  • 2009 – 38,599 miles
  • 2008 – 30,873 miles
  • 2007 – 25,882 miles
  • 2006 – 22,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,917 miles
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDrivers seat mechanism wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,917 miles (+24)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    141,917 miles
    Test number
    559061022246
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat mechanism worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail141,893 miles (+6,032)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,893 miles
    Test number
    648287717550
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat mechanism worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass135,861 miles (+6,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,861 miles
    Test number
    891972053497
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  4. Pass129,535 miles (+6,203)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,535 miles
    Test number
    174316640754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,332 miles (+7,681)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,332 miles
    Test number
    278950518603
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor beam image
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass115,651 miles (+8,827)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,651 miles
    Test number
    247700174037
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHTS HAVE A POOR BEAM IMAGE

  7. Pass106,824 miles (+84)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,824 miles
    Test number
    926608357824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail106,740 miles (+8,906)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    783985404952
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass97,834 miles (+176)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,834 miles
    Test number
    165878276123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail97,658 miles (+5,541)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,658 miles
    Test number
    383303711025
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,117 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    92,117 miles
    Test number
    950898435377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail92,110 miles (+6,542)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,110 miles
    Test number
    356880236966
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass85,568 miles (+5,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,568 miles
    Test number
    595348319937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly scrubbing on outer edges

  14. Pass80,014 miles (+115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,014 miles
    Test number
    536498540541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail79,899 miles (+5,090)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,899 miles
    Test number
    430687612221
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass74,809 miles (+4,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,809 miles
    Test number
    194022414597
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass70,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,001 miles
    Test number
    157293935424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,992 miles (+9,184)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,992 miles
    Test number
    185373635094
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass60,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,808 miles
    Test number
    365365873286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,808 miles (+6,717)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,808 miles
    Test number
    759055273289
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass54,091 miles (+4,316)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,091 miles
    Test number
    856587872248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,775 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,775 miles
    Test number
    299447251269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,707 miles (+4,761)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,707 miles
    Test number
    685300751201
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass44,946 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,946 miles
    Test number
    652721150230
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail44,946 miles (+6,347)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,946 miles
    Test number
    263531850263
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass38,599 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,599 miles
    Test number
    262052769298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,565 miles (+7,692)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,565 miles
    Test number
    154589259277
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass30,873 miles (+4,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,873 miles
    Test number
    700900748250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass25,882 miles (+3,597)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,882 miles
    Test number
    704986057260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,285 miles
    Test number
    754093166287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 ATJ

Does L22 ATJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 ATJ is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 ATJ?
The MOT on L22 ATJ is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 ATJ done?
L22 ATJ was recorded at 141,917 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 6,157 miles a year.
Has L22 ATJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 ATJ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 ATJ 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 L22 ATJ find?
L22 ATJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: indicator switch faulty; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; drivers seat mechanism worn, and 3 more.

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