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Orange · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

L25 TJWMOT history

L25 TJW is an orange petrol MINI first used on 2 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L25 TJW orange MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
88,028 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 TJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 TJW was last recorded at 88,028 miles on 21 May 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,014 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
3,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,028 miles
  • 2025 – 84,052 miles
  • 2024 – 79,295 miles
  • 2023 – 73,848 miles
  • 2022 – 69,245 miles
  • 2021 – 66,452 miles
  • 2020 – 65,266 miles
  • 2017 – 65,252 miles
  • 2015 – 61,642 miles
  • 2014 – 60,199 miles
  • 2013 – 58,452 miles
  • 2012 – 57,147 miles
  • 2011 – 56,363 miles
  • 2010 – 39,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,028 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n\s and o\s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,028 miles (+14)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,028 miles
    Test number
    255834825363
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail88,014 miles (+3,962)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,014 miles
    Test number
    600688944229
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,052 miles (+4,757)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    185732558561
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n\s and o\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all rear suspension arms and springs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass79,295 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,295 miles
    Test number
    375270908586
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n\s and o\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ( and n\s and o\s suspension trailing arms ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail79,295 miles (+5,447)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,295 miles
    Test number
    649144699859
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n\s and o\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ( and n\s and o\s suspension trailing arms ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass73,848 miles (+4,603)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,848 miles
    Test number
    935667089111
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front n\s and o\s and all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass69,245 miles (+2,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,245 miles
    Test number
    184506174853
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass66,452 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,452 miles
    Test number
    343588964196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail66,452 miles (+1,186)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,452 miles
    Test number
    396773439337
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass65,266 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    756502769191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty on underside suspension arms

  11. Fail65,266 miles (+14)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    320370791767
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty on underside suspension arms

  12. Pass65,252 miles (+3,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    214240020117
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deterating

  13. Pass61,642 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,642 miles
    Test number
    216063085414
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underbody

  14. Fail61,642 miles (+1,443)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,642 miles
    Test number
    266482185163
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underbody

  15. Pass60,199 miles (+1,747)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,199 miles
    Test number
    858983664184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,452 miles (+1,305)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,452 miles
    Test number
    287775053435
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear silencer coroded

  17. Pass57,147 miles (+784)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,147 miles
    Test number
    298900162164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,363 miles (+16,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,363 miles
    Test number
    626471661160
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass39,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,369 miles
    Test number
    901514750107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L25 TJW

Does L25 TJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 TJW is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L25 TJW?
The MOT on L25 TJW is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 TJW done?
L25 TJW was recorded at 88,028 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,048 miles a year.
Has L25 TJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 TJW has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L25 TJW 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 TJW find?
L25 TJW passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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