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MINI (R57)

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L31 WALMOT history

L31 WAL is a white diesel MINI (R57) first used on 14 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,712 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 WAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R57)
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 WAL was last recorded at 98,712 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 2,782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,930 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,782 miles
Average per year
5,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,712 miles
  • 2025 – 95,930 miles
  • 2024 – 92,176 miles
  • 2023 – 89,263 miles
  • 2022 – 85,647 miles
  • 2021 – 82,608 miles
  • 2020 – 75,219 miles
  • 2019 – 69,171 miles
  • 2017 – 63,168 miles
  • 2016 – 54,885 miles
  • 2015 – 47,210 miles
  • 2014 – 35,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,712 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,712 miles (+2,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,712 miles
    Test number
    349599966253
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass95,930 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,930 miles
    Test number
    751562972479
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail95,930 miles (+3,754)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,930 miles
    Test number
    787020627322
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass92,176 miles (+2,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,176 miles
    Test number
    277819197584
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,263 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,263 miles
    Test number
    768150966697
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail89,207 miles (+3,560)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,207 miles
    Test number
    914940841066
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass85,647 miles (+3,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,647 miles
    Test number
    655304897315
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Pass82,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,608 miles
    Test number
    307255871745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,608 miles (+1,776)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,608 miles
    Test number
    357903835029
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,832 miles (+5,613)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,832 miles
    Test number
    231888443850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,219 miles (+6,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,219 miles
    Test number
    165906010035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,171 miles (+6,003)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,171 miles
    Test number
    247620479265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,168 miles (+8,283)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,168 miles
    Test number
    317443727699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,885 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    179025595999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,210 miles (+11,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,210 miles
    Test number
    798290253917
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre

  16. Pass35,251 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    199071764284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,206 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    647319054236
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about L31 WAL

Does L31 WAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 WAL is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 WAL?
The MOT on L31 WAL is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 WAL done?
L31 WAL was recorded at 98,712 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 5,381 miles a year.
Has L31 WAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 WAL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L31 WAL 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 L31 WAL find?
L31 WAL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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