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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L29 SDWMOT history

L29 SDW is a black petrol MINI first used on 11 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 111,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

L29 SDW black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,954 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 SDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 SDW was last recorded at 111,954 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,292 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,662 miles
Average per year
6,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,954 miles
  • 2025 – 109,292 miles
  • 2024 – 105,506 miles
  • 2023 – 101,017 miles
  • 2022 – 95,984 miles
  • 2021 – 90,578 miles
  • 2020 – 85,541 miles
  • 2019 – 84,113 miles
  • 2018 – 78,468 miles
  • 2017 – 71,479 miles
  • 2016 – 66,225 miles
  • 2015 – 60,678 miles
  • 2014 – 52,088 miles
  • 2013 – 41,898 miles
  • 2012 – 31,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,954 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,954 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,954 miles
    Test number
    193143949492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,292 miles
    Test number
    695148321058
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail109,292 miles (+3,786)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,292 miles
    Test number
    828154199579
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryT.P.M light on

  4. Pass105,506 miles (+4,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,506 miles
    Test number
    986105902240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,017 miles
    Test number
    771131040347
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  6. Fail101,017 miles (+5,033)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,017 miles
    Test number
    994840089821
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  7. Pass95,984 miles (+5,406)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,984 miles
    Test number
    937462673382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,578 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,578 miles
    Test number
    985935448645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,423 miles (+4,882)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,423 miles
    Test number
    274712428876
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin And wear indicator light on (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  10. Pass85,541 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,541 miles
    Test number
    383189564232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,529 miles (+1,416)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,529 miles
    Test number
    622749182256
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass84,113 miles (+5,645)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,113 miles
    Test number
    741781167840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,468 miles (+6,989)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,468 miles
    Test number
    211295142119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,479 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,479 miles
    Test number
    855024885966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,225 miles (+5,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,225 miles
    Test number
    630810892025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass60,678 miles (+8,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    611949385729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in it..
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tead (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,088 miles (+10,190)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,088 miles
    Test number
    678484454266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,898 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,898 miles
    Test number
    145014893256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass41,898 miles (+10,240)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,898 miles
    Test number
    747904193251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass31,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,658 miles
    Test number
    487642212460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L29 SDW

Does L29 SDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 SDW is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 SDW?
The MOT on L29 SDW is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 SDW done?
L29 SDW was recorded at 111,954 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 6,083 miles a year.
Has L29 SDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 SDW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L29 SDW 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 L29 SDW find?
L29 SDW passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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