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MINI Cooper S

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L30 ASVMOT history

L30 ASV is a black petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 7 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

L30 ASV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
111,218 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 ASV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 ASV was last recorded at 111,218 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 1,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,051 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,167 miles
Average per year
5,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,218 miles
  • 2025 – 110,051 miles
  • 2024 – 108,503 miles
  • 2023 – 105,624 miles
  • 2022 – 103,648 miles
  • 2021 – 100,676 miles
  • 2019 – 97,306 miles
  • 2018 – 84,198 miles
  • 2017 – 66,864 miles
  • 2016 – 54,761 miles
  • 2015 – 49,983 miles
  • 2014 – 44,932 miles
  • 2013 – 36,928 miles
  • 2012 – 28,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,218 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,218 miles (+1,167)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    111,218 miles
    Test number
    732661726268
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass110,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,051 miles
    Test number
    894976377505
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail110,051 miles (+1,548)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,051 miles
    Test number
    487601363972
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass108,503 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    108,503 miles
    Test number
    416224336425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,624 miles (+1,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,624 miles
    Test number
    302248185007
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass103,648 miles (+2,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,648 miles
    Test number
    444121225816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,676 miles (+3,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,676 miles
    Test number
    188203577980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,306 miles (+13,108)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,306 miles
    Test number
    245549487990
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers on under body
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass84,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,198 miles
    Test number
    521688315627
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail84,198 miles (+136)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,198 miles
    Test number
    965387327501
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45r17 runflat type,all other tyres are standard type. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face of both rear discs are corrodied and generally in poor condition. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail84,062 miles (+17,198)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,062 miles
    Test number
    122385959501
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (205/45r17 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small stone chips tp swept area and zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various deep cuts to inner and outer sidewall dot code 2111 (205/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre standard fitment / offside rear tyre run flat fitment
    • AdvisoryParking brake waring lamp illuminated when parking brake not applied

  12. Pass66,864 miles (+12,103)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,864 miles
    Test number
    791596656549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,761 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,761 miles
    Test number
    961494622403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,266 miles
    Test number
    406493041591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  15. Fail54,266 miles (+4,283)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,266 miles
    Test number
    220385329741
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  16. Pass49,983 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,983 miles
    Test number
    305425504697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,932 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,932 miles
    Test number
    796723234269
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISC,S RUSTING

  18. Fail44,922 miles (+7,994)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,922 miles
    Test number
    855962434246
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISC,S RUSTING

  19. Pass36,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,928 miles
    Test number
    736528113284
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail36,927 miles (+8,107)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,927 miles
    Test number
    547678713233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass28,820 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,820 miles
    Test number
    666941332266
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and starting to split

Questions about L30 ASV

Does L30 ASV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 ASV is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 ASV?
The MOT on L30 ASV is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 ASV done?
L30 ASV was recorded at 111,218 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,820 miles a year.
Has L30 ASV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 ASV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 ASV 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 L30 ASV find?
L30 ASV passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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