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Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L58 VLKMOT history

L58 VLK is a red petrol Rover Mini first used on 18 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

L58 VLK red Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
55,384 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
21
10 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L58 VLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
18 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L58 VLK was last recorded at 55,384 miles on 26 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,376 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,384 miles
  • 2019 – 55,156 miles
  • 2018 – 55,140 miles
  • 2017 – 55,079 miles
  • 2016 – 55,070 miles
  • 2012 – 51,442 miles
  • 2011 – 43,266 miles
  • 2010 – 38,420 miles
  • 2009 – 32,784 miles
  • 2008 – 30,175 miles
  • 2007 – 28,269 miles
  • 2006 – 27,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,384 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,384 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    55,384 miles
    Test number
    604674176386
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail55,376 miles (+220)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,376 miles
    Test number
    454992690497
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass55,156 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,156 miles
    Test number
    286069262863
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Fail55,154 miles (+14)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,154 miles
    Test number
    283049758846
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Fail55,140 miles (+61)13 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    426759235746
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36%. NSR 54KG. OSR 84KG. NO WHEEL LOCKS (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated X2 NSF/OSF (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 VERY POOR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 NSR/OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WHOLE UNDERSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass55,079 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,079 miles
    Test number
    956008286592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,075 miles (+5)15 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,075 miles
    Test number
    948572291748
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  8. Fail55,070 miles (+3,628)17 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    566281510479
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top arm rear boot (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top arm rear boot (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Pass51,442 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,442 miles
    Test number
    718046922371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,440 miles (+8,174)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,440 miles
    Test number
    487917412306
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteENGINE MOUNTINGS IN POOR CONDITION
  11. Pass43,266 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,266 miles
    Test number
    497725541165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,259 miles (+4,839)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,259 miles
    Test number
    196705221131
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBRAKE DISCS CORRODED / WORN
    • NoteENGINE STABILISER BUSHES WORN
  13. Pass38,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,420 miles
    Test number
    733564420167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,420 miles (+5,636)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,420 miles
    Test number
    832514420184
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
  15. Pass32,784 miles (+2,609)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,784 miles
    Test number
    683171999094
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no. plate cracked
  16. Pass30,175 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,175 miles
    Test number
    403273698035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Fail30,175 miles (+1,906)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,175 miles
    Test number
    533791698030
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass28,269 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,269 miles
    Test number
    431568367005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
  19. Fail28,269 miles (+571)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,269 miles
    Test number
    452039057076
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
  20. Pass27,698 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,698 miles
    Test number
    854561366062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,696 miles3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,696 miles
    Test number
    540078056007
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHazard flasher switch intermittent
    • NoteSteering rack feels dry / stiff

Questions about L58 VLK

Does L58 VLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L58 VLK is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L58 VLK?
The MOT on L58 VLK is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L58 VLK done?
L58 VLK was recorded at 55,384 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 1,368 miles a year.
Has L58 VLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L58 VLK has failed 11 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L58 VLK 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 L58 VLK find?
L58 VLK passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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