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Silver · Diesel · 2014 · 1,598 cc

L6 VMJMOT history

L6 VMJ is a silver diesel MINI Cooper first used on 3 Jan 2014. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 83,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
83,657 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 VMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
3 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 VMJ was last recorded at 83,657 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,097 miles · 24 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
560 miles
Average per year
8,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,657 miles
  • 2023 – 66,828 miles
  • 2022 – 60,462 miles
  • 2021 – 51,652 miles
  • 2020 – 47,642 miles
  • 2019 – 43,058 miles
  • 2018 – 34,804 miles
  • 2017 – 22,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,657 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,657 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,657 miles
    Test number
    726549744093
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail83,657 miles (+560)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,657 miles
    Test number
    811340045486
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail83,097 miles (+16,269)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,097 miles
    Test number
    893522111897
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested insecure (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass66,828 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,828 miles
    Test number
    354186888012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail66,828 miles (+6,366)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,828 miles
    Test number
    243682242931
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass60,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,462 miles
    Test number
    412661707253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail60,462 miles (+8,810)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,462 miles
    Test number
    967596030326
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass51,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    308499124952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,652 miles (+4,010)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    744856998839
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  10. Pass47,642 miles (+4,584)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    47,642 miles
    Test number
    515935162807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,058 miles (+8,254)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,058 miles
    Test number
    607586747420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,804 miles (+12,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    188778489853
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass22,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    22,690 miles
    Test number
    648842746773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 VMJ

Does L6 VMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L6 VMJ expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L6 VMJ?
The MOT on L6 VMJ expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L6 VMJ done?
L6 VMJ was recorded at 83,657 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 8,065 miles a year.
Has L6 VMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 VMJ has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L6 VMJ 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 VMJ find?
L6 VMJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear; offside front coil spring corroded; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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