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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L66 SDSMOT history

L66 SDS is a black petrol MINI first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 184,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

L66 SDS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
184,219 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 SDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 SDS was last recorded at 184,219 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 12,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,890 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12,329 miles
Average per year
7,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,219 miles
  • 2025 – 171,890 miles
  • 2024 – 154,178 miles
  • 2023 – 146,010 miles
  • 2022 – 137,433 miles
  • 2021 – 129,451 miles
  • 2020 – 123,324 miles
  • 2018 – 116,461 miles
  • 2015 – 93,167 miles
  • 2014 – 86,946 miles
  • 2013 – 79,263 miles
  • 2012 – 70,980 miles
  • 2011 – 70,390 miles
  • 2010 – 66,921 miles
  • 2009 – 64,617 miles
  • 2008 – 55,211 miles
  • 2006 – 42,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,219 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • Coil spring corroded Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion to floor and rear subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,219 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    184,219 miles
    Test number
    392314972257
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail184,219 miles (+12,329)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,219 miles
    Test number
    338076496673
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    171,890 miles
    Test number
    413782427619
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail171,890 miles (+17,712)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,890 miles
    Test number
    472133509736
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass154,178 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    154,178 miles
    Test number
    519033371912
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has slight leak

  6. Fail154,178 miles (+8,168)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,178 miles
    Test number
    975769903445
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has slight leak

  7. Pass146,010 miles (+8,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    146,010 miles
    Test number
    506355596376
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass137,433 miles (+7,982)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,433 miles
    Test number
    641709190412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,451 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    129,451 miles
    Test number
    423191580209
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor and rear subframe
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail129,449 miles (+6,125)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,449 miles
    Test number
    199340968928
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor and rear subframe
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass123,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    123,324 miles
    Test number
    857160452125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,324 miles (+6,863)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,324 miles
    Test number
    313879325054
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass116,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,461 miles
    Test number
    702598790771
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail116,461 miles (+23,294)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,461 miles
    Test number
    231258443587
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking pipe on steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail93,167 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,167 miles
    Test number
    107120305197
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass93,167 miles (+6,221)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,167 miles
    Test number
    657860505118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass86,946 miles (+7,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    86,946 miles
    Test number
    647753464082
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass79,263 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,263 miles
    Test number
    277709823092
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front side windows tinted

  19. Fail79,263 miles (+8,283)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,263 miles
    Test number
    156209423419
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front side windows tinted

  20. Pass70,980 miles (+590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,980 miles
    Test number
    709014942028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass70,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    297340431449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,390 miles (+3,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    579309121119
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass66,921 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,921 miles
    Test number
    231946990089
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail66,918 miles (+2,301)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,918 miles
    Test number
    341781390064
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail64,617 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,617 miles
    Test number
    261464839133
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light staying on

  26. Pass64,617 miles (+9,406)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,617 miles
    Test number
    864474339165
    • NoteBrake pad warning light staying on

  27. Pass55,211 miles (+12,760)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,211 miles
    Test number
    762663358077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,451 miles
    Test number
    342366706306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 SDS

Does L66 SDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 SDS is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 SDS?
The MOT on L66 SDS is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 SDS done?
L66 SDS was recorded at 184,219 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 7,182 miles a year.
Has L66 SDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 SDS has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L66 SDS 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 L66 SDS find?
L66 SDS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front lower fluid leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both, and 5 more.

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