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Green and White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L27 CLJMOT history

L27 CLJ is a green and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 18 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 81,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2025.

L27 CLJ green Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
81,887 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 CLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
18 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
30 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 CLJ was last recorded at 81,887 miles on 30 May 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,883 miles · 19 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,887 miles
  • 2021 – 81,883 miles
  • 2015 – 80,784 miles
  • 2014 – 79,348 miles
  • 2012 – 79,042 miles
  • 2010 – 78,297 miles
  • 2006 – 75,244 miles
  • 2005 – 75,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,887 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

11 tests since 9 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,887 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,887 miles
    Test number
    682573176403
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass81,883 miles (+1,099)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,883 miles
    Test number
    423050555124
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass80,784 miles (+1,436)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,784 miles
    Test number
    138386055063
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside /offside sill panel to corroded cosmetic
    • NotePresenter adviced
  4. Pass79,348 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    125701154088
    • NotePresenter adviced cosmetic corrosion
  5. Fail79,348 miles (+306)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    729851954082
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NotePresenter adviced cosmetic corrosion
  6. Pass79,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,042 miles
    Test number
    227367642216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  7. Fail79,042 miles (+745)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,042 miles
    Test number
    916687142271
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  8. Pass78,297 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,297 miles
    Test number
    484615550103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,244 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    75,244 miles
    Test number
    194138696146
    • NoteBonnet sticky
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteCorrosion at front of o/s sill section
  10. Fail75,244 miles (+177)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,244 miles
    Test number
    772255396110
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBonnet sticky
    • NoteBrake fluid low
    • NoteCorrosion at front of o/s sill
  11. Fail75,067 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,067 miles
    Test number
    320383245381
    • FailureBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Questions about L27 CLJ

Does L27 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L27 CLJ expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L27 CLJ?
The MOT on L27 CLJ expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L27 CLJ done?
L27 CLJ was recorded at 81,887 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2025, an average of 350 miles a year.
Has L27 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 CLJ has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on L27 CLJ 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 CLJ find?
L27 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coolant leak; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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