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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

L5 VCCMOT history

L5 VCC is a blue petrol MINI first used on 15 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

L5 VCC blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,299 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 VCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 VCC was last recorded at 113,299 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,805 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,494 miles
Average per year
4,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,299 miles
  • 2025 – 110,805 miles
  • 2024 – 108,020 miles
  • 2023 – 104,217 miles
  • 2022 – 101,473 miles
  • 2021 – 98,621 miles
  • 2020 – 96,620 miles
  • 2019 – 91,156 miles
  • 2018 – 85,815 miles
  • 2017 – 79,765 miles
  • 2016 – 75,327 miles
  • 2015 – 70,691 miles
  • 2014 – 69,258 miles
  • 2013 – 66,487 miles
  • 2012 – 63,955 miles
  • 2011 – 59,590 miles
  • 2010 – 52,624 miles
  • 2009 – 44,759 miles
  • 2008 – 41,375 miles
  • 2007 – 36,847 miles
  • 2006 – 33,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,299 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s on inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s 2.7mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,299 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,299 miles
    Test number
    320749729746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,805 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,805 miles
    Test number
    633064070771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail110,758 miles (+2,738)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,758 miles
    Test number
    261879726114
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass108,020 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,020 miles
    Test number
    422524431184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,991 miles (+3,774)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,991 miles
    Test number
    156181293642
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass104,217 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,217 miles
    Test number
    625044628067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,473 miles (+2,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,473 miles
    Test number
    157279132102
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalytic converter possably modified
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower ball joint gater deteiorated

  8. Pass98,621 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,621 miles
    Test number
    841784445364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail98,525 miles (+1,905)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,525 miles
    Test number
    981618383948
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,620 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    96,620 miles
    Test number
    999225724418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,156 miles (+5,341)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,156 miles
    Test number
    201507093920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,815 miles (+6,050)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,815 miles
    Test number
    770455400534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,765 miles (+4,438)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,765 miles
    Test number
    118160958919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,327 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    75,327 miles
    Test number
    647576034738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,691 miles (+1,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,691 miles
    Test number
    515757855026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass69,258 miles (+2,771)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,258 miles
    Test number
    206857904348
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone back bushes have slight play
    • NoteRear exhaust casing corroded

  17. Pass66,487 miles (+2,532)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,487 miles
    Test number
    399294003322
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside exhaust back box outer casing slightly corroded
    • NoteRear number plate slightly discoloured

  18. Pass63,955 miles (+4,365)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,955 miles
    Test number
    867511712389
    • NoteExhaust is in a poor condition

  19. Pass59,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,590 miles
    Test number
    255747341190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail59,590 miles (+6,966)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,590 miles
    Test number
    408507341167
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass52,624 miles (+7,865)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,624 miles
    Test number
    164664150102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,759 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,759 miles
    Test number
    622758829184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,375 miles (+4,528)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,375 miles
    Test number
    960460138179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,847 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,847 miles
    Test number
    801402927168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,944 miles
    Test number
    162268006304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 VCC

Does L5 VCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 VCC is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 VCC?
The MOT on L5 VCC is valid until 25 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 VCC done?
L5 VCC was recorded at 113,299 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 4,122 miles a year.
Has L5 VCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 VCC has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 VCC 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 VCC find?
L5 VCC passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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