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Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

L40 GROMOT history

L40 GRO is a blue petrol MINI first used on 20 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

L40 GRO blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
92,608 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 GRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 GRO was last recorded at 92,608 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 4,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,249 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,359 miles
Average per year
5,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,608 miles
  • 2024 – 88,249 miles
  • 2023 – 85,802 miles
  • 2022 – 82,474 miles
  • 2021 – 77,167 miles
  • 2020 – 72,562 miles
  • 2019 – 69,502 miles
  • 2018 – 68,245 miles
  • 2017 – 65,280 miles
  • 2016 – 60,153 miles
  • 2015 – 52,037 miles
  • 2014 – 42,102 miles
  • 2013 – 37,758 miles
  • 2012 – 28,792 miles
  • 2011 – 21,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,608 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,608 miles (+4,359)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    504320657350
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,249 miles
    Test number
    793932768895
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail88,247 miles (+2,445)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,247 miles
    Test number
    723356916718
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,802 miles (+3,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    85,802 miles
    Test number
    484169307031
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass82,474 miles (+5,307)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,474 miles
    Test number
    127306901335
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass77,167 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    77,167 miles
    Test number
    478520768023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail77,167 miles (+4,605)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,167 miles
    Test number
    707649017003
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass72,562 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,562 miles
    Test number
    337459425756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail72,562 miles (+3,060)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,562 miles
    Test number
    685483639592
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass69,502 miles (+1,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,502 miles
    Test number
    437099748870
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both OSR & NSR inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,245 miles (+636)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    68,245 miles
    Test number
    726904217268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer side wall perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer side wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer side wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer side wall perishing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  12. Pass67,609 miles (+2,329)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,609 miles
    Test number
    746983980529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass65,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,280 miles
    Test number
    287733437583
    • AdvisoryWipers now smearing.

  14. Fail65,280 miles (+5,127)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,280 miles
    Test number
    474389152487
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWipers now smearing.

  15. Pass60,153 miles (+8,116)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,153 miles
    Test number
    216661516947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,037 miles (+9,935)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,037 miles
    Test number
    448050465156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,102 miles (+4,344)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    997777464185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,758 miles (+8,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,758 miles
    Test number
    718752633330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass28,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,792 miles
    Test number
    445239732489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,792 miles (+6,804)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,792 miles
    Test number
    708459032314
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass21,988 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    21,988 miles
    Test number
    638573451345
    • NoteFront wipers started to split, but not distorting drivers view of the road

Questions about L40 GRO

Does L40 GRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 GRO is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 GRO?
The MOT on L40 GRO 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 L40 GRO done?
L40 GRO was recorded at 92,608 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 5,059 miles a year.
Has L40 GRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 GRO has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 GRO 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 GRO find?
L40 GRO passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; fluid leak, but not excessive coolant, and 2 more.

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