MINI
Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc
L5 BBJMOT history
L5 BBJ is a grey petrol MINI first used on 6 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,313 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 64,313 mi
- At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 21
- 17 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 3,161 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L5 BBJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 6 Sept 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L5 BBJ was last recorded at 64,313 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 64,313 miles · 13 Oct 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 3,161 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 64,313 miles
- 2025 – 61,635 miles
- 2024 – 59,131 miles
- 2023 – 55,388 miles
- 2022 – 52,243 miles
- 2021 – 48,835 miles
- 2020 – 47,070 miles
- 2018 – 33,645 miles
- 2017 – 30,067 miles
- 2016 – 26,301 miles
- 2015 – 21,781 miles
- 2014 – 16,556 miles
- 2013 – 15,856 miles
- 2012 – 14,668 miles
- 2011 – 13,777 miles
- 2010 – 12,050 miles
- 2009 – 10,190 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass64,313 miles
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
21 tests since 8 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass64,313 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 64,313 miles
- Test number
- 377457369836
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail64,313 miles (+2,678)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,313 miles
- Test number
- 505164463426
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass61,635 miles (+2,504)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 61,635 miles
- Test number
- 606805171442
- AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass59,131 miles2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 59,131 miles
- Test number
- 906142611314
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail59,131 miles (+3,743)2 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,131 miles
- Test number
- 836908969611
- MajorExhaust system insecure both rear rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass55,388 miles (+3,145)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 55,388 miles
- Test number
- 652957124678
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Pass52,243 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 52,243 miles
- Test number
- 438171751647
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail52,243 miles (+3,408)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,243 miles
- Test number
- 908166602958
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass48,835 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 48,835 miles
- Test number
- 206281205125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,835 miles (+1,765)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,835 miles
- Test number
- 739517409508
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass47,070 miles (+13,425)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 47,070 miles
- Test number
- 799295989768
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight wear on edges
Pass33,645 miles (+3,578)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 33,645 miles
- Test number
- 476207870573
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,067 miles (+3,766)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 30,067 miles
- Test number
- 376765624158
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,301 miles (+4,520)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 26,301 miles
- Test number
- 116677242435
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,781 miles (+5,225)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 21,781 miles
- Test number
- 941036972001
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass16,556 miles (+700)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 16,556 miles
- Test number
- 676248424234
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass15,856 miles (+1,188)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 15,856 miles
- Test number
- 718471023216
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass14,668 miles (+891)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 14,668 miles
- Test number
- 866303522269
- NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
Pass13,777 miles (+1,727)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 13,777 miles
- Test number
- 546700531272
- NoteN/s front tyre worn on outer edge
Pass12,050 miles (+1,860)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 12,050 miles
- Test number
- 342889030249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass10,190 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 10,190 miles
- Test number
- 123671859275
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L5 BBJ
- Does L5 BBJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 BBJ is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L5 BBJ?
- The MOT on L5 BBJ is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L5 BBJ done?
- L5 BBJ was recorded at 64,313 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 3,161 miles a year.
- Has L5 BBJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L5 BBJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
- Has the mileage on L5 BBJ 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 L5 BBJ find?
- L5 BBJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 3 more.
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