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MINI Cooper S

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L23 DEAMOT history

L23 DEA is a grey diesel MINI Cooper S first used on 14 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 111,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
111,317 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 DEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
14 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 DEA was last recorded at 111,317 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 4,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
107,177 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,140 miles
Average per year
11,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,317 miles
  • 2025 – 107,177 miles
  • 2024 – 91,394 miles
  • 2023 – 80,367 miles
  • 2022 – 71,258 miles
  • 2021 – 55,171 miles
  • 2020 – 40,938 miles
  • 2019 – 31,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,317 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 3 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,317 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    111,317 miles
    Test number
    266100042375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,177 miles (+15,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,177 miles
    Test number
    262737520376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/45/17 michelin cross climate 2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass91,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,394 miles
    Test number
    302572200685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail91,392 miles (+11,025)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,392 miles
    Test number
    390291677868
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass80,367 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    268978345321
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail80,367 miles (+9,109)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    385947905949
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass71,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,258 miles
    Test number
    511545084317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,258 miles (+16,087)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,258 miles
    Test number
    246138029212
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  9. Pass55,171 miles (+14,233)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    245450973995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,938 miles (+9,659)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    40,938 miles
    Test number
    231493727710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,279 miles
    Test number
    366315327549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 DEA

Does L23 DEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 DEA is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 DEA?
The MOT on L23 DEA is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 DEA done?
L23 DEA was recorded at 111,317 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 11,107 miles a year.
Has L23 DEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 DEA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 DEA 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 DEA find?
L23 DEA passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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