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MINI Cooper S

Black · Petrol · 2020 · 1,998 cc

L26 BYLMOT history

L26 BYL is a black petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 11 Mar 2020. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 40,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

L26 BYL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
40,713 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 BYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
11 Mar 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 BYL was last recorded at 40,713 miles on 11 May 2026, 8,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
32,090 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,623 miles
Average per year
6,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,713 miles
  • 2025 – 32,090 miles
  • 2024 – 25,718 miles
  • 2023 – 20,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,713 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted to headlamps reducing light output from indicators and drl but still more than 50 % emitted

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

6 tests since 7 Mar 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,713 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    40,713 miles
    Test number
    704619075722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to headlamps reducing light output from indicators and drl but still more than 50 % emitted

  2. Fail40,713 miles (+8,623)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,713 miles
    Test number
    755060642036
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to headlamps reducing light output from indicators and drl but still more than 50 % emitted

  3. Pass32,090 miles (+1,215)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    32,090 miles
    Test number
    823906735645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass30,875 miles (+5,157)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    30,875 miles
    Test number
    479904882328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass25,718 miles (+5,104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    25,718 miles
    Test number
    520786952622
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass20,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    20,614 miles
    Test number
    489649758880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 BYL

Does L26 BYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 BYL is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 BYL?
The MOT on L26 BYL is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 BYL done?
L26 BYL was recorded at 40,713 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 6,323 miles a year.
Has L26 BYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 BYL has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 BYL 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 BYL find?
L26 BYL passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; covers fitted to headlamps reducing light output from indicators and drl but still more than 50 % emitted.

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