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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L26 BRTMOT history

L26 BRT is a black petrol MINI first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

L26 BRT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,947 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 BRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 BRT was last recorded at 102,947 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 4,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,965 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,982 miles
Average per year
2,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,947 miles
  • 2025 – 97,965 miles
  • 2024 – 94,470 miles
  • 2023 – 93,640 miles
  • 2022 – 92,013 miles
  • 2021 – 91,547 miles
  • 2020 – 90,891 miles
  • 2019 – 87,832 miles
  • 2018 – 84,219 miles
  • 2017 – 80,386 miles
  • 2016 – 76,653 miles
  • 2015 – 73,425 miles
  • 2014 – 69,533 miles
  • 2013 – 67,660 miles
  • 2012 – 65,646 miles
  • 2011 – 63,712 miles
  • 2010 – 62,044 miles
  • 2009 – 60,864 miles
  • 2008 – 57,767 miles
  • 2007 – 53,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,947 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,947 miles (+4,982)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,947 miles
    Test number
    597696360528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,965 miles
    Test number
    830331281562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail97,963 miles (+3,493)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,963 miles
    Test number
    893306273610
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses misty (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass94,470 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,470 miles
    Test number
    791527561139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,461 miles (+821)7 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,461 miles
    Test number
    153229541080
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass93,640 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    961935037193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,013 miles (+466)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,013 miles
    Test number
    118544383072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,547 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,547 miles
    Test number
    936285176892
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail91,543 miles (+652)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    536271285757
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass90,891 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,891 miles
    Test number
    363148409482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,832 miles (+3,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    596577250004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass84,219 miles (+3,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,219 miles
    Test number
    631264468381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bottom arm rear bushes as slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass80,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,386 miles
    Test number
    152459635608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,383 miles (+3,730)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,383 miles
    Test number
    805728556761
    • 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)

  15. Pass76,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,653 miles
    Test number
    310870421631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,653 miles (+3,228)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,653 miles
    Test number
    218141896150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass73,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    729826055141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail73,425 miles (+3,892)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    788686455182
    • Repaired at testSteering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail69,533 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,533 miles
    Test number
    747833544120
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking in centre tread

  20. Pass69,533 miles (+1,873)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,533 miles
    Test number
    787873844183
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking in centre tread

  21. Pass67,660 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,660 miles
    Test number
    208989743183
    • NoteAll tyres perished and splitting between tread bars.

  22. Fail67,660 miles (+2,014)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,660 miles
    Test number
    827938043127
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll tyres perished and splitting between tread bars.

  23. Pass65,646 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    909789042134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail65,646 miles (+1,934)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    469156542125
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass63,712 miles (+1,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,712 miles
    Test number
    497854241101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass62,044 miles (+1,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    62,044 miles
    Test number
    553944940133
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass60,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,864 miles
    Test number
    561267449196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,864 miles (+3,097)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,864 miles
    Test number
    612457749133
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass57,767 miles (+4,521)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,767 miles
    Test number
    461749148101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass53,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,246 miles
    Test number
    583080557197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 BRT

Does L26 BRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 BRT is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 BRT?
The MOT on L26 BRT is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 BRT done?
L26 BRT was recorded at 102,947 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,573 miles a year.
Has L26 BRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 BRT has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 BRT 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 L26 BRT find?
L26 BRT passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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