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White · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

L27 CGLMOT history

L27 CGL is a white petrol MINI first used on 29 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

L27 CGL white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,128 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 CGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 CGL was last recorded at 89,128 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 15,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,311 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,817 miles
Average per year
4,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,128 miles
  • 2025 – 73,311 miles
  • 2024 – 73,229 miles
  • 2023 – 72,736 miles
  • 2022 – 71,255 miles
  • 2021 – 67,069 miles
  • 2020 – 63,744 miles
  • 2019 – 57,889 miles
  • 2018 – 48,378 miles
  • 2017 – 42,943 miles
  • 2016 – 39,222 miles
  • 2015 – 35,870 miles
  • 2014 – 32,645 miles
  • 2013 – 28,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,128 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at connection to flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on outer edge and tread depth is low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear underbody/suspension components slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,128 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    879761778077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at connection to flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on outer edge and tread depth is low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail89,128 miles (+15,817)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    627937505383
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at connection to flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on outer edge and tread depth is low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass73,311 miles (+82)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,311 miles
    Test number
    254125347474
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody/suspension corroded

  4. Pass73,229 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,229 miles
    Test number
    788668202562
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody/suspension components slightly corroded

  5. Fail73,222 miles (+486)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,222 miles
    Test number
    617730698289
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody/suspension components slightly corroded

  6. Pass72,736 miles (+1,481)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,736 miles
    Test number
    982516232578
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,255 miles (+4,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,255 miles
    Test number
    132826229614
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass67,069 miles (+3,325)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,069 miles
    Test number
    577201293514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass63,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    63,744 miles
    Test number
    618942387116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,744 miles (+5,855)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,744 miles
    Test number
    760777235268
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass57,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,889 miles
    Test number
    700186523839
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail57,889 miles (+9,511)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,889 miles
    Test number
    651925682758
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass48,378 miles (+5,435)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    489825585284
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass42,943 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,943 miles
    Test number
    724487591306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,222 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,222 miles
    Test number
    403738674778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,870 miles (+3,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,870 miles
    Test number
    187206724726
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,645 miles (+4,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,645 miles
    Test number
    725842844374
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass28,296 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    28,296 miles
    Test number
    499859113405
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L27 CGL

Does L27 CGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 CGL is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 CGL?
The MOT on L27 CGL is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 CGL done?
L27 CGL was recorded at 89,128 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 4,790 miles a year.
Has L27 CGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 CGL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L27 CGL 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 L27 CGL find?
L27 CGL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at connection to flexible hose.; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on outer edge and tread depth is low on inner edge., and 4 more.

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