MINI logo

MINI

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L23 CPTMOT history

L23 CPT is a red petrol MINI first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 114,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

L23 CPT red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,443 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,411 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L23 CPT in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L23 CPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 CPT was last recorded at 114,443 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1,750 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,693 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,750 miles
Average per year
5,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,443 miles
  • 2025 – 112,693 miles
  • 2024 – 109,898 miles
  • 2023 – 107,207 miles
  • 2022 – 103,876 miles
  • 2020 – 97,582 miles
  • 2017 – 80,491 miles
  • 2016 – 69,824 miles
  • 2015 – 67,613 miles
  • 2014 – 66,138 miles
  • 2013 – 64,316 miles
  • 2012 – 61,599 miles
  • 2011 – 50,966 miles
  • 2010 – 40,323 miles
  • 2009 – 31,286 miles
  • 2008 – 20,153 miles
  • 2007 – 9,046 miles
  • 2006 – 5,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,443 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap locking device seal cracking/perished
  • AdvisoryNoise/rattle from water pump area
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,443 miles (+1,750)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    558828681384
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap locking device seal cracking/perished
    • AdvisoryNoise/rattle from water pump area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  2. Pass112,693 miles (+2,795)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,693 miles
    Test number
    673798938761
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass109,898 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,898 miles
    Test number
    952497643252
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail109,875 miles (+2,668)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,875 miles
    Test number
    638208657368
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass107,207 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    107,207 miles
    Test number
    936289664281
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades in poor condition

  6. Fail107,203 miles (+3,327)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,203 miles
    Test number
    862052345296
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades in poor condition

  7. Pass103,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,876 miles
    Test number
    107157715981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,876 miles (+6,294)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,876 miles
    Test number
    640601046614
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms warning light on

  9. Pass97,582 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,582 miles
    Test number
    454133011237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  10. Fail97,582 miles (+17,091)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,582 miles
    Test number
    687813673801
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  11. Pass80,491 miles (+10,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,491 miles
    Test number
    946989121199
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in very poor condition

  12. Pass69,824 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,824 miles
    Test number
    178585380054
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system in poor condition

  13. Fail69,824 miles (+2,211)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,824 miles
    Test number
    162090445139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system in poor condition

  14. Pass67,613 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,613 miles
    Test number
    585443505191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,138 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    497597104170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,316 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,316 miles
    Test number
    575875403156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass64,316 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,316 miles
    Test number
    988405803120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,599 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,599 miles
    Test number
    258471102158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteO/s dip beam pattern poor
    • NoteRear discs lipped
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  19. Fail61,599 miles (+10,633)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,599 miles
    Test number
    596581302195
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteO/s dip beam pattern poor
    • NoteRear discs lipped
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  20. Pass50,966 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,966 miles
    Test number
    218808801145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  21. Fail50,966 miles (+10,643)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,966 miles
    Test number
    258408501122
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  22. Pass40,323 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    610044610145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail40,323 miles (+9,037)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    782064410189
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass31,286 miles (+11,133)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,286 miles
    Test number
    432022029138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,153 miles
    Test number
    604481138168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,153 miles (+11,107)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,153 miles
    Test number
    580221438128
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass9,046 miles (+3,797)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,046 miles
    Test number
    154488637198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass5,249 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    5,249 miles
    Test number
    791176816297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass5,107 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    5,107 miles
    Test number
    644723046185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail5,096 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,096 miles
    Test number
    233472936131
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L23 CPT

Does L23 CPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 CPT is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 CPT?
The MOT on L23 CPT is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 CPT done?
L23 CPT was recorded at 114,443 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 5,411 miles a year.
Has L23 CPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 CPT has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 CPT 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 CPT find?
L23 CPT passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak; front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 6 more.

Related registrations

Browse all L23C registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.