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Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L5 UNFMOT history

L5 UNF is a grey petrol MINI first used on 27 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 46,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

L5 UNF grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
46,263 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 UNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 UNF was last recorded at 46,263 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 1,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
44,686 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,577 miles
Average per year
2,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,263 miles
  • 2025 – 44,686 miles
  • 2024 – 42,603 miles
  • 2023 – 40,331 miles
  • 2022 – 37,669 miles
  • 2021 – 34,984 miles
  • 2020 – 33,156 miles
  • 2019 – 30,426 miles
  • 2018 – 27,609 miles
  • 2016 – 24,049 miles
  • 2015 – 20,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,263 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,263 miles (+1,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    46,263 miles
    Test number
    506628385755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass44,686 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    44,686 miles
    Test number
    499538441072
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp unit slightly insecure

  3. Fail44,686 miles (+2,083)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,686 miles
    Test number
    361619674843
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp unit slightly insecure

  4. Pass42,603 miles (+2,272)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    42,603 miles
    Test number
    421769815465
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass40,331 miles (+2,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    40,331 miles
    Test number
    956320597279
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass37,669 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    37,669 miles
    Test number
    245137014445
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail37,668 miles (+2,684)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,668 miles
    Test number
    630013825639
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass34,984 miles (+1,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    34,984 miles
    Test number
    862429632802
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass33,156 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    33,156 miles
    Test number
    621740930077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,426 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    30,426 miles
    Test number
    717690409122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,609 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    27,609 miles
    Test number
    233146316416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,049 miles (+3,276)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,049 miles
    Test number
    938066887830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    20,773 miles
    Test number
    512765530822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 UNF

Does L5 UNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 UNF is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 UNF?
The MOT on L5 UNF is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 UNF done?
L5 UNF was recorded at 46,263 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 2,479 miles a year.
Has L5 UNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 UNF has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 UNF 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 UNF find?
L5 UNF passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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