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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

L5 XCEMOT history

L5 XCE is a red petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

L5 XCE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
76,176 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XCE was last recorded at 76,176 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 6,003 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,173 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,003 miles
Average per year
3,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,176 miles
  • 2025 – 70,173 miles
  • 2024 – 63,645 miles
  • 2023 – 58,520 miles
  • 2022 – 53,491 miles
  • 2021 – 53,473 miles
  • 2020 – 53,439 miles
  • 2019 – 53,382 miles
  • 2018 – 49,129 miles
  • 2017 – 44,561 miles
  • 2016 – 39,135 miles
  • 2015 – 33,084 miles
  • 2014 – 27,135 miles
  • 2013 – 26,943 miles
  • 2012 – 24,513 miles
  • 2011 – 24,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,176 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Tyre pressure light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine cover fitted unable to test testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Extensive corrosion (components)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,176 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    76,176 miles
    Test number
    117115786759
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail76,176 miles (+6,003)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,176 miles
    Test number
    956589894443
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,173 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    70,173 miles
    Test number
    862241655685
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shied loose
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on dash

  4. Fail70,173 miles (+6,528)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,173 miles
    Test number
    326978349496
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shied loose
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on dash

  5. Pass63,645 miles (+5,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63,645 miles
    Test number
    832119690630
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and bottom arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and attachments (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

  6. Pass58,520 miles (+5,029)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    58,520 miles
    Test number
    927985494137
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

  7. Pass53,491 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    53,491 miles
    Test number
    918063149421
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust

  8. Pass53,473 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,473 miles
    Test number
    506547876772
    • AdvisoryExtensive Components and structural corrosion.
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted unable to test testable items

  9. Pass53,439 miles (+45)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,439 miles
    Test number
    677204873963
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted unable to test testable items
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted unable to test testable items
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion (components)

  10. Fail53,394 miles (+12)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,394 miles
    Test number
    210794437131
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted unable to test testable items
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted unable to test testable items
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion (components)

  11. Pass53,382 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,382 miles
    Test number
    467823191133
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail53,382 miles (+4,253)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,382 miles
    Test number
    852972376506
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass49,129 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,129 miles
    Test number
    246897566652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    919417053115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,561 miles (+5,426)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    281133498872
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass39,135 miles (+6,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,135 miles
    Test number
    474346865746
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass33,084 miles (+5,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,084 miles
    Test number
    524437543896
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass27,135 miles (+192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,135 miles
    Test number
    665256214218
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass26,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,943 miles
    Test number
    948675623293
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail26,943 miles (+2,430)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,943 miles
    Test number
    787825023255
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass24,513 miles (+487)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    949914192055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteOil light on

  22. Fail24,026 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,026 miles
    Test number
    678274281054
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass24,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,026 miles
    Test number
    979094481049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 XCE

Does L5 XCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 XCE is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 XCE?
The MOT on L5 XCE is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 XCE done?
L5 XCE was recorded at 76,176 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,398 miles a year.
Has L5 XCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XCE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 XCE 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 XCE find?
L5 XCE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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