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White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L40 ESBMOT history

L40 ESB is a white petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 106,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

L40 ESB white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
106,307 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 ESB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 ESB was last recorded at 106,307 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 2,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
103,796 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,511 miles
Average per year
6,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,307 miles
  • 2025 – 103,796 miles
  • 2024 – 101,107 miles
  • 2023 – 98,138 miles
  • 2022 – 95,213 miles
  • 2021 – 88,937 miles
  • 2020 – 77,813 miles
  • 2019 – 66,019 miles
  • 2018 – 53,508 miles
  • 2017 – 41,279 miles
  • 2016 – 29,917 miles
  • 2015 – 27,089 miles
  • 2014 – 25,111 miles
  • 2013 – 22,802 miles
  • 2012 – 16,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,307 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,307 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    106,307 miles
    Test number
    559807626725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,796 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,796 miles
    Test number
    498823119629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,107 miles
    Test number
    413479738125
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,107 miles (+2,969)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,107 miles
    Test number
    943104946237
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,138 miles (+2,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,138 miles
    Test number
    857852791688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass95,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,213 miles
    Test number
    828871224022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,213 miles (+6,276)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,213 miles
    Test number
    802492801844
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass88,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    916461597497
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail88,937 miles (+11,124)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    464153169618
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass77,813 miles (+11,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,813 miles
    Test number
    339673172591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass66,019 miles (+12,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,019 miles
    Test number
    378683088636
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass53,508 miles (+12,229)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,508 miles
    Test number
    788248369735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,279 miles (+11,362)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,279 miles
    Test number
    711700537609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,917 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    29,917 miles
    Test number
    665301421145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,447 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,447 miles
    Test number
    761482463432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,089 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,089 miles
    Test number
    206879665069
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perishing on sidewall

  17. Fail27,089 miles (+1,978)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,089 miles
    Test number
    986959765015
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perishing on sidewall

  18. Pass25,111 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,111 miles
    Test number
    506457664018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,802 miles (+6,737)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,802 miles
    Test number
    379846863044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,065 miles
    Test number
    749244372017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 ESB

Does L40 ESB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 ESB is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 ESB?
The MOT on L40 ESB is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 ESB done?
L40 ESB was recorded at 106,307 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 6,198 miles a year.
Has L40 ESB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 ESB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 ESB 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 L40 ESB find?
L40 ESB passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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