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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L25 FSBMOT history

L25 FSB is a black petrol MINI first used on 9 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

L25 FSB black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,615 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 FSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 FSB was last recorded at 107,615 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,611 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,615 miles
  • 2025 – 103,821 miles
  • 2024 – 101,609 miles
  • 2023 – 94,578 miles
  • 2022 – 89,096 miles
  • 2021 – 87,787 miles
  • 2020 – 84,563 miles
  • 2019 – 77,185 miles
  • 2018 – 74,487 miles
  • 2017 – 72,188 miles
  • 2016 – 69,617 miles
  • 2015 – 67,172 miles
  • 2014 – 62,058 miles
  • 2013 – 56,924 miles
  • 2012 – 52,208 miles
  • 2011 – 51,032 miles
  • 2009 – 50,718 miles
  • 2008 – 41,802 miles
  • 2007 – 32,303 miles
  • 2006 – 23,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,615 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,615 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,615 miles
    Test number
    324490030517
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail107,611 miles (+3,790)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,611 miles
    Test number
    582712663170
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass103,821 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,821 miles
    Test number
    553553459044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,609 miles (+7,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,609 miles
    Test number
    649403849869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,578 miles (+246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,578 miles
    Test number
    555921244436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail94,332 miles (+5,236)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,332 miles
    Test number
    498445840589
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    600018859803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,096 miles (+1,309)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    461309460191
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

  9. Pass87,787 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,787 miles
    Test number
    310391619140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,563 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,563 miles
    Test number
    737380917159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,185 miles (+2,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,185 miles
    Test number
    875183375162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape slightly on the inner edges

  12. Pass74,487 miles (+2,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,487 miles
    Test number
    150520305621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass72,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,188 miles
    Test number
    905702729227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,188 miles (+2,571)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,188 miles
    Test number
    760319024460
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass69,617 miles (+2,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    104542464567
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  16. Pass67,172 miles (+5,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    825265435006
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  17. Pass62,058 miles (+5,134)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,058 miles
    Test number
    137095724059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,924 miles (+4,716)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    56,924 miles
    Test number
    377805833024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,208 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    858953822046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,032 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,032 miles
    Test number
    557532441020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,718 miles (+8,916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,718 miles
    Test number
    293707289285
    • NoteEngine light is on

  22. Pass41,802 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,802 miles
    Test number
    811507388283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,303 miles (+9,234)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,303 miles
    Test number
    330216097272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,069 miles
    Test number
    131372026207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,069 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,069 miles
    Test number
    230139616274
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about L25 FSB

Does L25 FSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 FSB is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L25 FSB?
The MOT on L25 FSB is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 FSB done?
L25 FSB was recorded at 107,615 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 4,317 miles a year.
Has L25 FSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 FSB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L25 FSB 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 L25 FSB find?
L25 FSB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box.

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