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Red · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

L40 LNWMOT history

L40 LNW is a red diesel MINI first used on 27 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 85,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

L40 LNW red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,087 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 LNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 LNW was last recorded at 85,087 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 6,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,774 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,313 miles
Average per year
6,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,087 miles
  • 2025 – 78,774 miles
  • 2024 – 70,825 miles
  • 2023 – 63,441 miles
  • 2022 – 53,545 miles
  • 2021 – 47,987 miles
  • 2020 – 47,600 miles
  • 2019 – 46,150 miles
  • 2018 – 40,531 miles
  • 2017 – 33,736 miles
  • 2016 – 24,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,087 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,087 miles (+6,313)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,087 miles
    Test number
    246121432177
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass78,774 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,774 miles
    Test number
    676526546676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,643 miles (+7,818)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,643 miles
    Test number
    174648773030
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass70,825 miles (+7,384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    70,825 miles
    Test number
    860564533125
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES CLOSE TO CORDS OR PLY (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass63,441 miles (+9,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    894625536185
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass53,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    53,545 miles
    Test number
    710089804148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,545 miles (+5,558)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,545 miles
    Test number
    504854592400
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass47,987 miles (+387)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    546058408530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass47,600 miles (+1,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    47,600 miles
    Test number
    168745215652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge perished (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass46,150 miles (+5,619)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,150 miles
    Test number
    401117704485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass40,531 miles (+6,795)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    40,531 miles
    Test number
    845439776960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    33,736 miles
    Test number
    959616608785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail33,736 miles (+9,092)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,736 miles
    Test number
    398516154123
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass24,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    24,644 miles
    Test number
    105623793051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 LNW

Does L40 LNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 LNW is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 LNW?
The MOT on L40 LNW is valid until 16 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 LNW done?
L40 LNW was recorded at 85,087 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 6,435 miles a year.
Has L40 LNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 LNW has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 LNW 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 LNW find?
L40 LNW passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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