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Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

L22 LCHMOT history

L22 LCH is a grey petrol MINI first used on 28 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 100,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

L22 LCH grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,693 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 LCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L22 LCH was last recorded at 100,693 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,905 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,788 miles
Average per year
3,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,693 miles
  • 2025 – 97,905 miles
  • 2024 – 93,389 miles
  • 2023 – 87,800 miles
  • 2022 – 85,082 miles
  • 2021 – 80,884 miles
  • 2020 – 74,729 miles
  • 2019 – 72,352 miles
  • 2018 – 70,283 miles
  • 2017 – 69,210 miles
  • 2016 – 67,417 miles
  • 2015 – 62,675 miles
  • 2014 – 55,877 miles
  • 2013 – 49,863 miles
  • 2012 – 46,974 miles
  • 2011 – 43,170 miles
  • 2010 – 39,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,693 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground Brake wear wire (4.11 (a) (iii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,693 miles (+2,788)2 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,693 miles
    Test number
    936416504781
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground Brake wear wire (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  2. Pass97,905 miles (+4,516)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,905 miles
    Test number
    330823274888
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Around thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    93,389 miles
    Test number
    106912506381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail93,389 miles (+5,589)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,389 miles
    Test number
    142776631168
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass87,800 miles (+2,718)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,800 miles
    Test number
    879936067692
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass85,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    85,082 miles
    Test number
    685115626240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,082 miles (+4,198)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,082 miles
    Test number
    239594713201
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,884 miles
    Test number
    440389411288
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail80,884 miles (+6,155)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,884 miles
    Test number
    296463629450
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass74,729 miles (+2,377)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    539534194728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,352 miles (+2,069)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    119212318994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,283 miles (+1,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,283 miles
    Test number
    340980643111
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass69,210 miles (+1,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,210 miles
    Test number
    882028139953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Tie rod ends free play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Tie rod end free play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre badly worn inner edge and on outer edge FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT REQUIRED (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass67,417 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,417 miles
    Test number
    387391937143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a cut but can not see cords

  15. Fail67,417 miles (+4,742)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,417 miles
    Test number
    127578912530
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a cut but can not see cords

  16. Pass62,675 miles (+6,798)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,675 miles
    Test number
    917438135193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/S fog lamp not working

  17. Pass55,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,877 miles
    Test number
    568042144121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,877 miles (+6,014)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,877 miles
    Test number
    226599334166
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass49,863 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,863 miles
    Test number
    436823143181
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges with small cuts unable to see cords
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteSlight buckle nearside front alloy rim
    • NoteSmall windscreen chips
    • NoteSurface rust on front brake disc surfaces

  20. Fail49,863 miles (+2,889)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,863 miles
    Test number
    896643243102
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges with small cuts unable to see cords
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteSlight buckle nearside front alloy rim
    • NoteSmall windscreen chips
    • NoteSurface rust on front brake disc surfaces

  21. Pass46,974 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,974 miles
    Test number
    145306542149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail46,974 miles (+3,804)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,974 miles
    Test number
    175186842149
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass43,170 miles (+4,010)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,170 miles
    Test number
    548746631198
    • NoteOffside rear fog slightly dimmer than left rear.

  24. Pass39,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,160 miles
    Test number
    604161580072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 LCH

Does L22 LCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 LCH is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L22 LCH?
The MOT on L22 LCH is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 LCH done?
L22 LCH was recorded at 100,693 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,715 miles a year.
Has L22 LCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 LCH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 LCH 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 LCH find?
L22 LCH failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front sub-frame fractured; offside rear electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground brake wear wire; emissions unable to be completed, and 13 more.

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