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Orange · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L23 YNDMOT history

L23 YND is an orange petrol MINI first used on 27 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 95,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L23 YND orange MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,233 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 YND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 YND was last recorded at 95,233 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,688 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
545 miles
Average per year
3,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,233 miles
  • 2025 – 94,688 miles
  • 2024 – 93,688 miles
  • 2023 – 90,785 miles
  • 2022 – 87,967 miles
  • 2021 – 84,848 miles
  • 2020 – 81,414 miles
  • 2019 – 77,894 miles
  • 2018 – 74,630 miles
  • 2017 – 71,365 miles
  • 2016 – 68,543 miles
  • 2015 – 66,624 miles
  • 2014 – 65,289 miles
  • 2013 – 63,920 miles
  • 2012 – 61,055 miles
  • 2011 – 50,045 miles
  • 2010 – 40,934 miles
  • 2009 – 27,351 miles
  • 2008 – 24,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,233 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Gearbox oil leak from n/s driveshaft oil seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,233 miles (+545)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,233 miles
    Test number
    973339533706
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,688 miles (+1,000)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,688 miles
    Test number
    792467571277
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,688 miles (+2,903)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,688 miles
    Test number
    753368170129
    • MinorObligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,785 miles (+2,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,785 miles
    Test number
    538010113992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass87,967 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,967 miles
    Test number
    984065090209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,848 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,848 miles
    Test number
    229968458388
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail84,831 miles (+3,417)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,831 miles
    Test number
    637899239705
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/16 87h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,414 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,414 miles
    Test number
    966752779608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak from n/s driveshaft oil seal

  9. Fail81,414 miles (+3,520)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,414 miles
    Test number
    226663691207
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits possible due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak from n/s driveshaft oil seal

  10. Pass77,894 miles (+3,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,894 miles
    Test number
    516272981184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass74,630 miles (+3,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,630 miles
    Test number
    234917173801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished in between tread

  12. Pass71,365 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,365 miles
    Test number
    136916579650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,543 miles (+1,919)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,543 miles
    Test number
    906895344710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,624 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,624 miles
    Test number
    680440318963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,403 miles
    Test number
    717198795167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,403 miles (+1,114)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,403 miles
    Test number
    928834785114
    • 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)

  17. Pass65,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,289 miles
    Test number
    819469194195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,289 miles (+1,369)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,289 miles
    Test number
    295809694428
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass63,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,920 miles
    Test number
    965384393190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,920 miles (+2,865)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,920 miles
    Test number
    486533493197
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass61,055 miles (+3,584)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,055 miles
    Test number
    595135182153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,471 miles (+7,426)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,471 miles
    Test number
    665751612007
    • NoteFront pads low

  23. Pass50,045 miles (+9,111)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    50,045 miles
    Test number
    595377011071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,934 miles (+13,583)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,934 miles
    Test number
    431130520089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,351 miles (+3,298)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,351 miles
    Test number
    794012719051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,053 miles
    Test number
    764914348031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 YND

Does L23 YND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 YND is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 YND?
The MOT on L23 YND is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 YND done?
L23 YND was recorded at 95,233 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 3,915 miles a year.
Has L23 YND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 YND has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on L23 YND 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 YND find?
L23 YND passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 8 more.

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