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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L30 NXXMOT history

L30 NXX is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 52,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

L30 NXX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
52,810 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 NXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 NXX was last recorded at 52,810 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Aug 2009: 12,870 miles, lower than 16,889 miles on 2 Sept 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
52,635 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
175 miles
Average per year
2,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,810 miles
  • 2025 – 52,635 miles
  • 2024 – 52,083 miles
  • 2023 – 49,848 miles
  • 2022 – 47,482 miles
  • 2021 – 45,845 miles
  • 2020 – 45,245 miles
  • 2019 – 44,675 miles
  • 2018 – 43,169 miles
  • 2017 – 41,713 miles
  • 2016 – 38,264 miles
  • 2015 – 37,015 miles
  • 2014 – 35,319 miles
  • 2013 – 32,231 miles
  • 2012 – 29,770 miles
  • 2011 – 26,874 miles
  • 2010 – 24,395 miles
  • 2009 – 21,956 miles
  • 2008 – 16,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,810 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear advise heavy rust on eshaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    52,810 miles
    Test number
    537202379293
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail52,810 miles (+175)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,810 miles
    Test number
    864812853175
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,635 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    52,635 miles
    Test number
    449732657890
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under body components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail52,635 miles (+552)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,635 miles
    Test number
    515838204134
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll under body components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass52,083 miles (+2,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    52,083 miles
    Test number
    900408942848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass49,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    49,848 miles
    Test number
    820582391255
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail49,848 miles (+2,366)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,848 miles
    Test number
    862277066682
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass47,482 miles (+1,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    47,482 miles
    Test number
    920349330131
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and exhaust slightly rusty.

  9. Pass45,845 miles (+600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    45,845 miles
    Test number
    569419101525
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass45,245 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,245 miles
    Test number
    618916107799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,167 miles (+492)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,167 miles
    Test number
    457407506372
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass44,675 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,675 miles
    Test number
    642901962939
    • AdvisoryRear advise heavy rust on eshaust

  13. Fail44,674 miles (+1,505)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,674 miles
    Test number
    996583831066
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear advise heavy rust on eshaust

  14. Pass43,169 miles (+1,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,169 miles
    Test number
    501020472887
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass41,713 miles (+3,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,713 miles
    Test number
    991036612858
    • AdvisoryBack exhaust box is corroded

  16. Pass38,264 miles (+1,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,264 miles
    Test number
    950590629344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,015 miles (+1,696)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,015 miles
    Test number
    488282795140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,319 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,319 miles
    Test number
    606750804251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,231 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,231 miles
    Test number
    257417483180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,770 miles (+2,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,770 miles
    Test number
    767095492139
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass26,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,874 miles
    Test number
    667232021232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,874 miles (+2,479)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,874 miles
    Test number
    739372121254
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass24,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,395 miles
    Test number
    313590330407
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail24,395 miles (+2,439)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,395 miles
    Test number
    314650830217
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass21,956 miles (+9,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,956 miles
    Test number
    930600759230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,870 miles (-4,019)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    12,870 miles
    Test number
    220162339200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    16,889 miles
    Test number
    481886148297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 NXX

Does L30 NXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 NXX is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 NXX?
The MOT on L30 NXX is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 NXX done?
L30 NXX was recorded at 52,810 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 2,012 miles a year.
Has L30 NXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 NXX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L30 NXX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L30 NXX find?
L30 NXX passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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