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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L30 LTVMOT history

L30 LTV is a purple petrol MINI first used on 7 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

L30 LTV purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
117,802 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 LTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 LTV was last recorded at 117,802 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 2,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,084 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,718 miles
Average per year
4,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,802 miles
  • 2024 – 115,084 miles
  • 2023 – 111,427 miles
  • 2022 – 110,421 miles
  • 2021 – 106,359 miles
  • 2020 – 100,777 miles
  • 2019 – 97,784 miles
  • 2018 – 97,344 miles
  • 2017 – 96,302 miles
  • 2016 – 94,762 miles
  • 2015 – 92,166 miles
  • 2014 – 90,236 miles
  • 2013 – 88,926 miles
  • 2012 – 80,480 miles
  • 2011 – 70,731 miles
  • 2010 – 65,003 miles
  • 2009 – 52,766 miles
  • 2008 – 40,945 miles
  • 2007 – 40,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,802 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear exhaust corroded externally but not leaking gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,802 miles (+2,718)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    117,802 miles
    Test number
    601871040764
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  2. Pass115,084 miles (+3,657)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,084 miles
    Test number
    407630272502
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion
  3. Pass111,427 miles (+1,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,427 miles
    Test number
    458817196917
    • AdvisoryAll steel brake pipes covered in grease
  4. Pass110,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,421 miles
    Test number
    443031078352
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
  5. Fail110,421 miles (+168)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,421 miles
    Test number
    587669805000
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
  6. Fail110,253 miles (+3,894)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,253 miles
    Test number
    797799891488
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass106,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,359 miles
    Test number
    496718643471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,359 miles (+5,582)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,359 miles
    Test number
    957617898934
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  9. Pass100,777 miles (+2,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,777 miles
    Test number
    593805928353
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  10. Pass97,784 miles (+440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,784 miles
    Test number
    834835983171
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
  11. Pass97,344 miles (+1,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,344 miles
    Test number
    915047590297
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust box heatshield corroded no loss of gases
  12. Pass96,302 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,302 miles
    Test number
    233365528155
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded externally but not leaking gases
  13. Fail96,280 miles (+1,518)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,280 miles
    Test number
    254342334640
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked between treads (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded externally but not leaking gases
  14. Pass94,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,762 miles
    Test number
    838896257138
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking gases
  15. Fail94,762 miles (+2,596)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,762 miles
    Test number
    439616275661
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated but not leaking gases
  16. Pass92,166 miles (+1,930)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,166 miles
    Test number
    746605205142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box heavily corroded to outside skin but not resulting in loss of gases
  17. Pass90,236 miles (+1,310)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,236 miles
    Test number
    817409194043
    • NoteRear exhaust box showing corrossion but not considered excessive
  18. Pass88,926 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,926 miles
    Test number
    259681403433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,909 miles (+8,429)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,909 miles
    Test number
    958639673073
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  20. Pass80,480 miles (+9,749)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,480 miles
    Test number
    836624622090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,731 miles (+5,728)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,731 miles
    Test number
    766026661093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre is perrishing
  22. Pass65,003 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,003 miles
    Test number
    984723960097
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  23. Fail65,001 miles (+12,235)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,001 miles
    Test number
    633812260010
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  24. Pass52,766 miles (+11,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,766 miles
    Test number
    841585059023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass40,945 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,945 miles
    Test number
    593189058024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,606 miles
    Test number
    532211747332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 LTV

Does L30 LTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 LTV is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L30 LTV?
The MOT on L30 LTV is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 LTV done?
L30 LTV was recorded at 117,802 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 4,303 miles a year.
Has L30 LTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 LTV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L30 LTV 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 LTV find?
L30 LTV passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 3 more.

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