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Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

L77 DYEMOT history

L77 DYE is a red petrol MINI first used on 19 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 72,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

L77 DYE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
72,727 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 DYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 DYE was last recorded at 72,727 miles on 8 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,727 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,727 miles
  • 2025 – 71,420 miles
  • 2024 – 66,207 miles
  • 2023 – 59,688 miles
  • 2022 – 48,201 miles
  • 2021 – 37,116 miles
  • 2020 – 33,158 miles
  • 2019 – 31,897 miles
  • 2018 – 25,668 miles
  • 2017 – 21,032 miles
  • 2016 – 19,543 miles
  • 2015 – 14,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,727 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,727 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,727 miles
    Test number
    979938443343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail72,727 miles (+1,307)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,727 miles
    Test number
    709347463933
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass71,420 miles (+5,213)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    716076348741
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass66,207 miles (+6,519)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    66,207 miles
    Test number
    217166668609
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass59,688 miles (+11,487)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    59,688 miles
    Test number
    201853660139
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass48,201 miles (+11,085)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    48,201 miles
    Test number
    320285304232
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass37,116 miles (+3,958)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    37,116 miles
    Test number
    167090515572
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass33,158 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    33,158 miles
    Test number
    357958313615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    31,897 miles
    Test number
    383091694870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail31,897 miles (+6,229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,897 miles
    Test number
    704156281062
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass25,668 miles (+4,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    25,668 miles
    Test number
    143915485389
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
  12. Pass21,032 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    21,032 miles
    Test number
    613869928183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,543 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    19,543 miles
    Test number
    312397938500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,445 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    14,445 miles
    Test number
    268408625478
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted on both sides

Questions about L77 DYE

Does L77 DYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L77 DYE is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L77 DYE?
The MOT on L77 DYE is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L77 DYE done?
L77 DYE was recorded at 72,727 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 5,298 miles a year.
Has L77 DYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 DYE has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L77 DYE 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 L77 DYE find?
L77 DYE passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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