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Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

L40 LBTMOT history

L40 LBT is a grey petrol MINI first used on 22 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 47,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

L40 LBT grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
47,659 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 LBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 LBT was last recorded at 47,659 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 6,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,304 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,355 miles
Average per year
3,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,659 miles
  • 2024 – 41,304 miles
  • 2023 – 37,320 miles
  • 2022 – 34,367 miles
  • 2021 – 30,703 miles
  • 2019 – 24,593 miles
  • 2018 – 21,147 miles
  • 2017 – 18,863 miles
  • 2016 – 16,931 miles
  • 2015 – 13,656 miles
  • 2014 – 10,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,659 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    47,659 miles
    Test number
    785476201756
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail47,659 miles (+6,355)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,659 miles
    Test number
    492559382531
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both fronts (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass41,304 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    41,304 miles
    Test number
    505404456186
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail41,304 miles (+3,984)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,304 miles
    Test number
    382490366577
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass37,320 miles (+2,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    37,320 miles
    Test number
    253839846978
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass34,367 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    34,367 miles
    Test number
    820892166895
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail34,365 miles (+3,662)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,365 miles
    Test number
    163989663441
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass30,703 miles (+2,273)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    30,703 miles
    Test number
    815298754461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,430 miles (+3,837)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    28,430 miles
    Test number
    755360126687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,593 miles (+1,260)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    24,593 miles
    Test number
    410644442173
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  11. Pass23,333 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    23,333 miles
    Test number
    964625583800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    21,147 miles
    Test number
    961989875240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail21,146 miles (+2,283)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,146 miles
    Test number
    689498119098
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall/bead (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
  14. Pass18,863 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    18,863 miles
    Test number
    437204194114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,931 miles (+3,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    16,931 miles
    Test number
    682574021614
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass13,656 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    13,656 miles
    Test number
    917608215209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,451 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    10,451 miles
    Test number
    407836724296
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Questions about L40 LBT

Does L40 LBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 LBT is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 LBT?
The MOT on L40 LBT is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 LBT done?
L40 LBT was recorded at 47,659 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 3,237 miles a year.
Has L40 LBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 LBT has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 LBT 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 LBT find?
L40 LBT passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes; items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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