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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

L23 MWLMOT history

L23 MWL is a blue petrol MINI first used on 8 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

L23 MWL blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,100 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 MWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 MWL was last recorded at 89,100 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 1,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,767 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,333 miles
Average per year
4,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,100 miles
  • 2025 – 87,767 miles
  • 2023 – 83,487 miles
  • 2022 – 79,339 miles
  • 2021 – 75,884 miles
  • 2020 – 73,681 miles
  • 2019 – 72,811 miles
  • 2018 – 71,820 miles
  • 2017 – 66,551 miles
  • 2016 – 64,607 miles
  • 2015 – 60,029 miles
  • 2014 – 51,930 miles
  • 2013 – 46,151 miles
  • 2012 – 39,325 miles
  • 2011 – 31,832 miles
  • 2010 – 24,627 miles
  • 2009 – 17,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,100 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all x4 front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive maybe spillage from top up (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 205/45/17/84v (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • O/s rear tyre distorted on inner edge run flats

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,100 miles (+1,333)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,100 miles
    Test number
    559286452154
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all x4 front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive maybe spillage from top up (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,767 miles (+4,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,767 miles
    Test number
    894760676447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,487 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,487 miles
    Test number
    285486685116
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail83,481 miles (+4,142)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,481 miles
    Test number
    994855008361
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass79,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,339 miles
    Test number
    781566133161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,339 miles (+3,455)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,339 miles
    Test number
    615179812756
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass75,884 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,884 miles
    Test number
    861344519029
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail75,884 miles (+2,203)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,884 miles
    Test number
    208409682483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,681 miles (+870)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,681 miles
    Test number
    949832795857
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass72,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,811 miles
    Test number
    774695077712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,811 miles (+991)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,811 miles
    Test number
    304818721109
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass71,820 miles (+5,269)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,820 miles
    Test number
    959820921757
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass66,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,551 miles
    Test number
    678606599907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,551 miles (+1,944)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,551 miles
    Test number
    967354320135
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass64,607 miles (+4,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,607 miles
    Test number
    947224568674
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inside edge

  16. Pass60,029 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,029 miles
    Test number
    310337424906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 205/45/17/84v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre distorted on inner edge run flats

  17. Fail59,995 miles (+8,065)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,995 miles
    Test number
    819617667467
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 205/45/17/84v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre distorted on inner edge run flats
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper split on end

  18. Pass51,930 miles (+5,779)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,930 miles
    Test number
    539442654226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,151 miles (+294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,151 miles
    Test number
    696761533372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail45,857 miles (+6,532)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,857 miles
    Test number
    975325723355
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass39,325 miles (+7,493)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,325 miles
    Test number
    795271122358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass31,832 miles (+7,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,832 miles
    Test number
    726855511352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass24,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,627 miles
    Test number
    641300930383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,626 miles (+7,284)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,626 miles
    Test number
    570770730376
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass17,342 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,342 miles
    Test number
    162955639330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,341 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,341 miles
    Test number
    852601039376
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L23 MWL

Does L23 MWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 MWL is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 MWL?
The MOT on L23 MWL is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 MWL done?
L23 MWL was recorded at 89,100 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 4,423 miles a year.
Has L23 MWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 MWL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 MWL 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 MWL find?
L23 MWL passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all x4 front and rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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