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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

L6 OUYMOT history

L6 OUY is a red petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

L6 OUY red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,249 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 OUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 OUY was last recorded at 81,249 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 5,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,161 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,088 miles
Average per year
3,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,249 miles
  • 2025 – 76,161 miles
  • 2024 – 68,241 miles
  • 2023 – 63,606 miles
  • 2022 – 57,941 miles
  • 2021 – 56,468 miles
  • 2020 – 55,224 miles
  • 2019 – 51,705 miles
  • 2018 – 48,646 miles
  • 2017 – 43,476 miles
  • 2016 – 38,145 miles
  • 2015 – 36,108 miles
  • 2014 – 33,393 miles
  • 2013 – 30,637 miles
  • 2012 – 26,409 miles
  • 2011 – 21,997 miles
  • 2010 – 16,468 miles
  • 2009 – 12,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,249 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALL ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH X2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALL ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Surface rust on underside of vehicle

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,249 miles (+5,088)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,249 miles
    Test number
    357802760439
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALL ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH X2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALL ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,161 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    76,161 miles
    Test number
    994433387848
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  3. Fail76,159 miles (+7,918)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,159 miles
    Test number
    303512458371
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  4. Pass68,241 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    68,241 miles
    Test number
    732321658036
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vheicle

  5. Fail68,239 miles (+4,633)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,239 miles
    Test number
    747989867669
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vheicle

  6. Pass63,606 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    722629885922
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  7. Fail63,606 miles (+5,665)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    703977792908
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  8. Pass57,941 miles (+1,473)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    57,941 miles
    Test number
    338091819244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside of vehicle

  9. Pass56,468 miles (+1,244)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    56,468 miles
    Test number
    100489030593
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on under side of vhicle

  10. Pass55,224 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    55,224 miles
    Test number
    151205904171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail55,224 miles (+3,519)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,224 miles
    Test number
    262481078848
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass51,705 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    966771442392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,646 miles (+5,170)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,646 miles
    Test number
    574569004194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,476 miles (+5,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,476 miles
    Test number
    260233895314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass38,145 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,145 miles
    Test number
    873881293672
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  16. Fail38,145 miles (+2,037)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,145 miles
    Test number
    411686967695
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  17. Pass36,108 miles (+2,715)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,108 miles
    Test number
    876591555056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  18. Pass33,393 miles (+2,756)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,393 miles
    Test number
    858478554068
    • NoteBack box corroding

  19. Pass30,637 miles (+4,228)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,637 miles
    Test number
    918799553031
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Pass26,409 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    328788242062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  21. Fail26,409 miles (+4,412)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    355217042096
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorated
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorated

  22. Pass21,997 miles (+5,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,997 miles
    Test number
    816074851031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass16,468 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,468 miles
    Test number
    513326250074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    12,345 miles
    Test number
    170621159024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail12,345 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,345 miles
    Test number
    291841159044
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L6 OUY

Does L6 OUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 OUY is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 OUY?
The MOT on L6 OUY 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 L6 OUY done?
L6 OUY was recorded at 81,249 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,965 miles a year.
Has L6 OUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 OUY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L6 OUY 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 L6 OUY find?
L6 OUY passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all arms; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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