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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L5 SOBMOT history

L5 SOB is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L5 SOB black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
97,188 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 SOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 SOB was last recorded at 97,188 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 7,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
90,183 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,005 miles
Average per year
6,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,188 miles
  • 2025 – 90,183 miles
  • 2024 – 81,409 miles
  • 2023 – 74,555 miles
  • 2022 – 67,216 miles
  • 2021 – 65,951 miles
  • 2020 – 59,973 miles
  • 2019 – 52,306 miles
  • 2018 – 42,818 miles
  • 2017 – 36,359 miles
  • 2016 – 31,299 miles
  • 2015 – 26,443 miles
  • 2014 – 21,591 miles
  • 2013 – 18,749 miles
  • 2012 – 14,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,188 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,188 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,188 miles
    Test number
    929319516892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,188 miles (+7,005)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,188 miles
    Test number
    689343164156
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    90,183 miles
    Test number
    687916563571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,183 miles (+8,774)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,183 miles
    Test number
    967642541187
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass81,409 miles (+6,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,409 miles
    Test number
    427221323844
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass74,555 miles (+7,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    74,555 miles
    Test number
    781922621558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass67,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    429596044797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,216 miles (+1,265)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    788022863783
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass65,951 miles (+5,978)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,951 miles
    Test number
    644910005553
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,973 miles (+7,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    59,973 miles
    Test number
    258096931117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass52,306 miles (+9,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,306 miles
    Test number
    356961941059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil level low, coolant level low

  12. Pass42,818 miles (+6,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    42,818 miles
    Test number
    984055610903
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass36,359 miles (+5,060)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    36,359 miles
    Test number
    108334580523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,299 miles (+4,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    31,299 miles
    Test number
    465310175028
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking in tread & wall

  15. Pass26,443 miles (+4,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    26,443 miles
    Test number
    848722026779
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner lip (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass21,591 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    21,591 miles
    Test number
    197231224300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,749 miles (+4,334)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    18,749 miles
    Test number
    229917033318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyre valves perished
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished on outer sidewalls
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished on outer sidewall

  18. Pass14,415 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    14,415 miles
    Test number
    468210342417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    14,403 miles
    Test number
    518730522379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 SOB

Does L5 SOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 SOB is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 SOB?
The MOT on L5 SOB is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 SOB done?
L5 SOB was recorded at 97,188 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 6,171 miles a year.
Has L5 SOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 SOB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 SOB 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 SOB find?
L5 SOB passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; oil leak, but not excessive.

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