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Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,499 cc

L23 BUXMOT history

L23 BUX is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,915 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 BUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
1 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 BUX was last recorded at 123,915 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 6,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,849 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,066 miles
Average per year
10,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,915 miles
  • 2025 – 117,849 miles
  • 2024 – 112,662 miles
  • 2023 – 105,828 miles
  • 2022 – 93,346 miles
  • 2021 – 82,496 miles
  • 2020 – 77,270 miles
  • 2019 – 59,416 miles
  • 2018 – 44,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,915 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,915 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,915 miles
    Test number
    968434760739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail123,911 miles (+6,062)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,911 miles
    Test number
    972140068678
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to approx 3 mm, scrubbing edges, cracking in places and damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass117,849 miles (+5,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    117,849 miles
    Test number
    625176807677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass112,662 miles (+6,834)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,662 miles
    Test number
    456024348486
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,828 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,828 miles
    Test number
    997533572844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail105,827 miles (+12,481)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,827 miles
    Test number
    264540847772
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass93,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,346 miles
    Test number
    915792040416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,346 miles (+10,850)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,346 miles
    Test number
    930095923987
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge of tread / outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass82,496 miles (+5,226)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    82,496 miles
    Test number
    544543838079
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass77,270 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,270 miles
    Test number
    853482048060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail77,270 miles (+17,854)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,270 miles
    Test number
    846764375598
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,416 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,416 miles
    Test number
    383422962629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail59,413 miles (+14,919)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,413 miles
    Test number
    671306903483
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass44,494 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,494 miles
    Test number
    164684699807
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Questions about L23 BUX

Does L23 BUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 BUX is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 BUX?
The MOT on L23 BUX is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 BUX done?
L23 BUX was recorded at 123,915 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 10,168 miles a year.
Has L23 BUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 BUX has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 BUX 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 L23 BUX find?
L23 BUX passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall damage; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted inner rim.

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