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Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

L26 SPEMOT history

L26 SPE is a silver petrol MINI first used on 9 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L26 SPE silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,852 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 SPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 SPE was last recorded at 118,852 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 7,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,914 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,938 miles
Average per year
5,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,852 miles
  • 2025 – 110,914 miles
  • 2024 – 104,221 miles
  • 2023 – 97,731 miles
  • 2022 – 91,049 miles
  • 2021 – 80,074 miles
  • 2020 – 76,694 miles
  • 2019 – 75,972 miles
  • 2018 – 73,663 miles
  • 2017 – 71,382 miles
  • 2016 – 68,492 miles
  • 2015 – 67,421 miles
  • 2014 – 54,610 miles
  • 2013 – 47,758 miles
  • 2011 – 34,206 miles
  • 2010 – 24,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,852 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  • AdvisoryFront bumper [ in need of some more fixings]
  • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre going out of shape
  • AdvisoryO/s front upper anti roll bar link rubber split
  • AdvisoryRear discs in poor condition [pads good]

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,852 miles (+7,938)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,852 miles
    Test number
    720741838127
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront bumper [ in need of some more fixings]
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre going out of shape
    • AdvisoryO/s front upper anti roll bar link rubber split
    • AdvisoryRear discs in poor condition [pads good]

  2. Pass110,914 miles (+6,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,914 miles
    Test number
    292549635025
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,221 miles (+6,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    104,221 miles
    Test number
    451570565426
    • AdvisorySlight cracking of both rear tyres

  4. Pass97,731 miles (+6,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,731 miles
    Test number
    733080339037
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass91,049 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,049 miles
    Test number
    658544669915
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail91,049 miles (+10,975)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,049 miles
    Test number
    490388901514
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,074 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,074 miles
    Test number
    646179242504
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail80,074 miles (+3,380)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,074 miles
    Test number
    947356068871
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass76,694 miles (+722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    76,694 miles
    Test number
    666611462334
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,972 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,972 miles
    Test number
    435642243988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail75,972 miles (+2,309)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,972 miles
    Test number
    196960371820
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass73,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    498243680536
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  13. Fail73,663 miles (+2,281)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    913512662115
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  14. Pass71,382 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    71,382 miles
    Test number
    450274904430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront washer jets require adjusting
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from engine
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box very rusty

  15. Fail71,382 miles (+2,890)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,382 miles
    Test number
    354246774589
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront washer jets require adjusting
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from engine
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box very rusty

  16. Pass68,492 miles (+1,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,492 miles
    Test number
    509469351903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass67,421 miles (+12,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    887163835669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass54,610 miles (+6,852)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,610 miles
    Test number
    235119704440
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass47,758 miles (+1)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,758 miles
    Test number
    908750523193
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteWheel tracking recommended

  20. Fail47,757 miles (+13,551)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,757 miles
    Test number
    257539713486
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteWheel tracking recommended

  21. Pass34,206 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,206 miles
    Test number
    315065601319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,930 miles
    Test number
    277515491056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,930 miles (+8,348)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,930 miles
    Test number
    819695391027
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass24,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,582 miles
    Test number
    652387590029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail24,582 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,582 miles
    Test number
    762687690014
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Questions about L26 SPE

Does L26 SPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 SPE is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 SPE?
The MOT on L26 SPE is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 SPE done?
L26 SPE was recorded at 118,852 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 5,704 miles a year.
Has L26 SPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 SPE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L26 SPE 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 SPE find?
L26 SPE passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: engine oil leak; front bumper [ in need of some more fixings]; n/s rear tyre going out of shape, and 2 more.

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