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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

L25 LEPMOT history

L25 LEP is a silver petrol MINI first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 157,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L25 LEP silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2027
Mileage
157,802 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 LEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 LEP was last recorded at 157,802 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 14,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,565 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14,237 miles
Average per year
6,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,802 miles
  • 2025 – 143,565 miles
  • 2024 – 121,340 miles
  • 2023 – 100,427 miles
  • 2022 – 81,838 miles
  • 2021 – 63,735 miles
  • 2017 – 60,374 miles
  • 2016 – 49,283 miles
  • 2015 – 47,739 miles
  • 2014 – 46,736 miles
  • 2013 – 45,217 miles
  • 2012 – 44,133 miles
  • 2011 – 41,512 miles
  • 2010 – 39,361 miles
  • 2009 – 37,822 miles
  • 2008 – 34,933 miles
  • 2007 – 30,124 miles
  • 2006 – 26,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,802 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,802 miles (+14,237)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    157,802 miles
    Test number
    257003102413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  2. Pass143,565 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    143,565 miles
    Test number
    253076564725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail143,565 miles (+22,225)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,565 miles
    Test number
    900628845323
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass121,340 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,340 miles
    Test number
    472018544120
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail121,340 miles (+20,913)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,340 miles
    Test number
    579067465212
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,427 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,427 miles
    Test number
    250697243998
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Fail100,427 miles (+18,589)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,427 miles
    Test number
    522355249744
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass81,838 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,838 miles
    Test number
    962741516964
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail81,837 miles (+18,102)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,837 miles
    Test number
    637648651620
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant expansion tank empty
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass63,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,735 miles
    Test number
    694062037540
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail63,735 miles (+70)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,735 miles
    Test number
    575634151236
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,665 miles (+3,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,665 miles
    Test number
    839480560236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass60,374 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,374 miles
    Test number
    785243995462
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNew exhaust rear section poorly fitted,hanging low and mountings stretched
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing,recommend renewal.

  14. Fail60,334 miles (+11,051)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,334 miles
    Test number
    847856227003
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing,recommend renewal.

  15. Pass49,283 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,283 miles
    Test number
    633371473236
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail49,283 miles (+1,544)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,283 miles
    Test number
    880421987100
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass47,739 miles (+1,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,739 miles
    Test number
    864462597106
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass46,736 miles (+1,519)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,736 miles
    Test number
    286425914391
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail45,217 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,217 miles
    Test number
    228102713374
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  20. Pass45,217 miles (+1,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,217 miles
    Test number
    887042913301
    • 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)

  21. Pass44,133 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,133 miles
    Test number
    779879612345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,512 miles (+2,151)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,512 miles
    Test number
    916507101329
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration exhaust and support brackets.
    • NoteDeterioration inner rear brake discs.
    • NoteDeterioration rear wiper blade rubber.
    • NoteInner rear brake pads wearing low.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  23. Pass39,361 miles (+1,539)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,361 miles
    Test number
    652439710311
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear brake disc inner faces rusty

  24. Pass37,822 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,822 miles
    Test number
    980484229303
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration rear wiper blade rubber.

  25. Fail37,822 miles (+2,889)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,822 miles
    Test number
    252883529389
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration rear wiper blade rubber.

  26. Pass34,933 miles (+4,809)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,933 miles
    Test number
    920814628341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteSlight play steering rack nearside.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  27. Pass30,124 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,124 miles
    Test number
    663203727374
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

  28. Fail30,124 miles (+4,034)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,124 miles
    Test number
    170783427348
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

  29. Pass26,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    26,090 miles
    Test number
    773354426359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail26,090 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,090 miles
    Test number
    862464526362
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L25 LEP

Does L25 LEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 LEP is valid until 11 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L25 LEP?
The MOT on L25 LEP is valid until 11 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 LEP done?
L25 LEP was recorded at 157,802 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 6,615 miles a year.
Has L25 LEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 LEP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L25 LEP 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 LEP find?
L25 LEP passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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