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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L30 DBGMOT history

L30 DBG is a blue petrol MINI first used on 24 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

L30 DBG blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
81,903 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 DBG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 DBG was last recorded at 81,903 miles on 26 May 2026, 5,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,647 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,256 miles
Average per year
3,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,903 miles
  • 2023 – 76,647 miles
  • 2022 – 73,894 miles
  • 2021 – 68,316 miles
  • 2019 – 62,858 miles
  • 2018 – 49,902 miles
  • 2016 – 46,327 miles
  • 2015 – 44,990 miles
  • 2014 – 42,986 miles
  • 2013 – 41,349 miles
  • 2012 – 37,919 miles
  • 2011 – 36,466 miles
  • 2010 – 33,946 miles
  • 2009 – 26,152 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,903 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front windscreen chipped n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,903 miles (+5,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,903 miles
    Test number
    370798772992
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass76,647 miles (+2,753)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,647 miles
    Test number
    772528606511
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,894 miles (+47)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,894 miles
    Test number
    236467065177
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Fail73,847 miles (+5,531)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,847 miles
    Test number
    746367226579
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air freshener,fluffy dice,phone mount etc. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose very close to broken coil spring could possibly rub on spring when car is driven over rough surfaces

  5. Pass68,316 miles (+5,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,316 miles
    Test number
    382188492654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass62,858 miles (+73)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,858 miles
    Test number
    653990290940
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen chipped n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm bush as slight play

  7. Fail62,785 miles (+8,407)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,785 miles
    Test number
    517978992838
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated and play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen chipped n/s

  8. Pass54,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    639433673819
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded

  9. Fail54,378 miles (+4,476)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    831170370990
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded

  10. Pass49,902 miles (+3,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,902 miles
    Test number
    356788782358
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass46,327 miles (+1,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,327 miles
    Test number
    954717064023
    • AdvisoryFront suspension and subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNsf brake pipe coroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOsf brake pipe corroded

  12. Pass44,990 miles (+2,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,990 miles
    Test number
    343178269049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  13. Pass42,986 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,986 miles
    Test number
    255743024309
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded (not blowing)

  14. Fail42,986 miles (+1,637)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,986 miles
    Test number
    125383324395
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded (not blowing)

  15. Pass41,349 miles (+744)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,349 miles
    Test number
    907303943361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,605 miles (+2,686)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,605 miles
    Test number
    216148823254
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes (pair) suspected corrosion. Unable to assess brake pipes due to grease coating.
    • NoteRear brakes sticking slightly

  17. Pass37,919 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,919 miles
    Test number
    487844732263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,562 miles
    Test number
    499678362187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,562 miles (+1,096)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,562 miles
    Test number
    268308562198
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  20. Pass36,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,466 miles
    Test number
    945836651067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,466 miles (+2,520)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,466 miles
    Test number
    779506251068
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteGEAR LEVER VERY STIFF

  22. Pass33,946 miles (+7,794)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,946 miles
    Test number
    660299600167
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on

  23. Pass26,152 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,152 miles
    Test number
    671459809072
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front brake pads approx 3/4 worn
    • NoteNearside rear lower suspension arm bent--JUST MOT PASS--REC ATTENTION A.S.A.P

  24. Fail26,152 miles1 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,152 miles
    Test number
    402558409018
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front brake pads approx 3/4 worn
    • NoteNearside rear lower suspension arm bent--JUST MOT PASS--REC ATTENTION A.S.A.P
    • NoteTyre size is Michelin 175/65 R15 84T

Questions about L30 DBG

Does L30 DBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 DBG is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 DBG?
The MOT on L30 DBG is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 DBG done?
L30 DBG was recorded at 81,903 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 3,208 miles a year.
Has L30 DBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 DBG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L30 DBG 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 DBG find?
L30 DBG passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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