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Grey and Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L40 YDOMOT history

L40 YDO is a grey and black petrol MINI first used on 8 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

L40 YDO grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
92,269 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 YDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 YDO was last recorded at 92,269 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 1,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,538 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,731 miles
Average per year
4,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,269 miles
  • 2024 – 90,538 miles
  • 2023 – 87,115 miles
  • 2022 – 83,993 miles
  • 2021 – 80,307 miles
  • 2020 – 76,984 miles
  • 2019 – 73,528 miles
  • 2018 – 68,711 miles
  • 2017 – 65,700 miles
  • 2016 – 60,610 miles
  • 2014 – 55,883 miles
  • 2013 – 50,524 miles
  • 2012 – 44,345 miles
  • 2011 – 36,492 miles
  • 2010 – 32,885 miles
  • 2009 – 26,332 miles
  • 2008 – 20,490 miles
  • 2006 – 15,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,269 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    92,269 miles
    Test number
    875797519941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,269 miles (+1,731)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,269 miles
    Test number
    331968561846
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,538 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,538 miles
    Test number
    707075976174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,115 miles
    Test number
    633107997012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,115 miles (+3,122)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,115 miles
    Test number
    442087060542
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass83,993 miles (+3,686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,993 miles
    Test number
    769000767774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass80,307 miles (+3,323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,307 miles
    Test number
    953829550653
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just passable at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/side inner drive shaft gaiter deteriorating

  8. Pass76,984 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,984 miles
    Test number
    164776225156
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail76,964 miles (+3,436)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,964 miles
    Test number
    323373365812
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,528 miles (+4,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,528 miles
    Test number
    466949533913
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,711 miles (+3,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,711 miles
    Test number
    416871536245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass65,700 miles (+5,090)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,700 miles
    Test number
    612544213316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,610 miles (+4,727)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,610 miles
    Test number
    822772941239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,883 miles (+5,359)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    735163134344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,524 miles (+6,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,524 miles
    Test number
    297813213385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass44,345 miles (+7,853)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,345 miles
    Test number
    627628632279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,492 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,492 miles
    Test number
    585204331168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,885 miles (+6,553)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    32,885 miles
    Test number
    662010230134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,332 miles (+5,842)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,332 miles
    Test number
    710229829141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,490 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,490 miles
    Test number
    970283128132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,822 miles (+4,544)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,822 miles
    Test number
    644141138057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,278 miles
    Test number
    273139246351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail15,278 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,278 miles
    Test number
    451309546476
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 YDO

Does L40 YDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 YDO is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 YDO?
The MOT on L40 YDO is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 YDO done?
L40 YDO was recorded at 92,269 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 4,083 miles a year.
Has L40 YDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 YDO has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 YDO 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 YDO find?
L40 YDO passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; oil leak, but not excessive.

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