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White · Diesel · 2007 · 1,560 cc

L5 XLHMOT history

L5 XLH is a white diesel MINI first used on 10 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 162,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

L5 XLH white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
162,338 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
10 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XLH was last recorded at 162,338 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 3,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,750 miles · 16 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,588 miles
Average per year
9,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,338 miles
  • 2024 – 158,750 miles
  • 2023 – 143,594 miles
  • 2022 – 130,933 miles
  • 2021 – 122,302 miles
  • 2020 – 118,180 miles
  • 2019 – 113,092 miles
  • 2018 – 98,441 miles
  • 2017 – 89,276 miles
  • 2016 – 87,813 miles
  • 2015 – 79,513 miles
  • 2014 – 69,770 miles
  • 2013 – 58,013 miles
  • 2012 – 44,511 miles
  • 2011 – 37,251 miles
  • 2010 – 26,495 miles
  • 2009 – 15,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,338 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pins / bushes are worn but not resulting in excessive movement
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipes are corroded / covered in grease or other materials

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,338 miles (+3,588)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,338 miles
    Test number
    348305581467
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pins / bushes are worn but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes are corroded / covered in grease or other materials

  2. Pass158,750 miles (+1)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,750 miles
    Test number
    454657784701
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail158,749 miles (+1,773)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,749 miles
    Test number
    734183095536
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail156,976 miles (+13,382)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,976 miles
    Test number
    719604663240
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lamp not working

  5. Pass143,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,594 miles
    Test number
    214889566919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,594 miles (+12,661)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,594 miles
    Test number
    374396591450
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass130,933 miles (+8,631)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,933 miles
    Test number
    775925614028
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front one out of three screw missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass122,302 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,302 miles
    Test number
    813887217719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,300 miles (+4,120)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,300 miles
    Test number
    731977811075
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,180 miles (+5,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,180 miles
    Test number
    907606306711
    • AdvisoryBelt tensioner excessively noisy

  11. Pass113,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    113,092 miles
    Test number
    882281127610
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail113,092 miles (+14,651)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,092 miles
    Test number
    701164982439
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass98,441 miles (+9,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,441 miles
    Test number
    885429851949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,276 miles (+1,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,276 miles
    Test number
    859229989960
    • Advisory0.00 emissions
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cut on inner sidewall

  15. Pass87,813 miles (+8,300)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,813 miles
    Test number
    696550638121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,513 miles (+9,743)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,513 miles
    Test number
    829927975022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,770 miles (+11,757)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,770 miles
    Test number
    659354664055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,013 miles
    Test number
    105679483012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,013 miles (+13,502)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,013 miles
    Test number
    305735973093
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass44,511 miles (+7,260)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    877826192037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,251 miles (+10,756)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,251 miles
    Test number
    136959951215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front wipers split
    • NoteLow oil

  22. Pass26,495 miles (+10,602)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,495 miles
    Test number
    153237960200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    15,893 miles
    Test number
    353965069484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 XLH

Does L5 XLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 XLH expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 XLH?
The MOT on L5 XLH expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 XLH done?
L5 XLH was recorded at 162,338 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 9,184 miles a year.
Has L5 XLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XLH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 XLH 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 XLH find?
L5 XLH passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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