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Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

L3 LEFMOT history

L3 LEF is a silver petrol MINI first used on 23 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

L3 LEF silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
82,595 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 LEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 LEF was last recorded at 82,595 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,548 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
4,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,595 miles
  • 2024 – 79,979 miles
  • 2023 – 77,611 miles
  • 2022 – 74,721 miles
  • 2021 – 72,389 miles
  • 2020 – 69,000 miles
  • 2019 – 66,106 miles
  • 2018 – 63,379 miles
  • 2017 – 57,590 miles
  • 2016 – 49,326 miles
  • 2015 – 42,914 miles
  • 2014 – 37,521 miles
  • 2013 – 33,487 miles
  • 2012 – 28,690 miles
  • 2011 – 22,458 miles
  • 2010 – 16,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,595 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,595 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    640045313031
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,548 miles (+2,569)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,548 miles
    Test number
    457696097359
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,979 miles (+2,368)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    79,979 miles
    Test number
    454066312140
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,611 miles (+2,890)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,611 miles
    Test number
    169586173198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,721 miles (+2,332)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,721 miles
    Test number
    481191398066
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass72,389 miles (+42)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,389 miles
    Test number
    410057007376
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail72,347 miles (+3,347)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,347 miles
    Test number
    792264679246
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,000 miles (+2,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,000 miles
    Test number
    949320690198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass66,106 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,106 miles
    Test number
    197225735168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail66,075 miles (+2,696)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,075 miles
    Test number
    717485387138
    • 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 at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,379 miles (+5,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    63,379 miles
    Test number
    637992086774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass57,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,590 miles
    Test number
    316153894051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top bush splitting (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top bush splitting (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail57,590 miles (+8,264)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,590 miles
    Test number
    762879509799
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top bush splitting (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top bush splitting (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass49,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,326 miles
    Test number
    568901282999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail49,326 miles (+6,412)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,326 miles
    Test number
    160286638617
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass42,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,914 miles
    Test number
    891116622156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail42,914 miles (+5,393)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,914 miles
    Test number
    100751734192
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass37,521 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,521 miles
    Test number
    818949344396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,487 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    33,487 miles
    Test number
    149810533363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,690 miles (+6,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,690 miles
    Test number
    429730052383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass22,458 miles (+5,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    22,458 miles
    Test number
    738324731349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass16,934 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    16,934 miles
    Test number
    462290650462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,897 miles1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,897 miles
    Test number
    211038440364
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L3 LEF

Does L3 LEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 LEF is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L3 LEF?
The MOT on L3 LEF is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 LEF done?
L3 LEF was recorded at 82,595 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 4,384 miles a year.
Has L3 LEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 LEF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 LEF 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 L3 LEF find?
L3 LEF passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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