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Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L22 HEAMOT history

L22 HEA is a blue petrol MINI first used on 28 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 52,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

L22 HEA blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
52,863 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 HEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 HEA was last recorded at 52,863 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,856 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 52,863 miles
  • 2024 – 51,171 miles
  • 2023 – 47,604 miles
  • 2022 – 39,893 miles
  • 2021 – 31,464 miles
  • 2020 – 25,702 miles
  • 2019 – 25,459 miles
  • 2018 – 24,789 miles
  • 2017 – 24,088 miles
  • 2016 – 23,261 miles
  • 2015 – 22,562 miles
  • 2014 – 21,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,863 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,863 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    52,863 miles
    Test number
    826738524618
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail52,856 miles (+1,685)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,856 miles
    Test number
    235594446224
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass51,171 miles (+3,567)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    918596785949
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass47,604 miles (+7,711)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    47,604 miles
    Test number
    470704353597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    39,893 miles
    Test number
    788223743264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail39,893 miles (+8,429)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,893 miles
    Test number
    423400924950
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass31,464 miles (+5,762)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    31,464 miles
    Test number
    386462001525
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material possible corrosion beneath coating, recommend full inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass25,702 miles (+243)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,702 miles
    Test number
    637666434546
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  9. Pass25,459 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    25,459 miles
    Test number
    185683149641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,789 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    24,789 miles
    Test number
    658832525879
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail24,788 miles (+700)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,788 miles
    Test number
    314654513509
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn saddles (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass24,088 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    24,088 miles
    Test number
    209365504259
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 34% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail24,088 miles (+827)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,088 miles
    Test number
    746979544076
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 34% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass23,261 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    23,261 miles
    Test number
    953340326292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,562 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    22,562 miles
    Test number
    921799759662
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail22,561 miles (+1,136)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,561 miles
    Test number
    463955067140
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass21,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    21,425 miles
    Test number
    386729264221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 HEA

Does L22 HEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 HEA is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L22 HEA?
The MOT on L22 HEA is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 HEA done?
L22 HEA was recorded at 52,863 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,807 miles a year.
Has L22 HEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 HEA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L22 HEA 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 HEA find?
L22 HEA passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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