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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L7 RBEMOT history

L7 RBE is a silver petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2022.

L7 RBE silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2022
Mileage
121,331 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 RBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L7 RBE was last recorded at 121,331 miles on 26 Nov 2022, 4,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,015 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,316 miles
Average per year
5,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,331 miles
  • 2021 – 117,015 miles
  • 2020 – 114,421 miles
  • 2019 – 110,419 miles
  • 2018 – 104,553 miles
  • 2017 – 96,878 miles
  • 2016 – 93,802 miles
  • 2015 – 89,143 miles
  • 2014 – 85,327 miles
  • 2013 – 81,716 miles
  • 2012 – 77,475 miles
  • 2011 – 73,949 miles
  • 2010 – 61,128 miles
  • 2009 – 50,113 miles
  • 2008 – 44,390 miles
  • 2007 – 34,581 miles
  • 2006 – 26,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,331 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Back to front (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Back to front (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,331 miles (+4,316)3 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,331 miles
    Test number
    472317083427
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Back to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Back to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass117,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    117,015 miles
    Test number
    701314189374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail117,015 miles (+2,594)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,015 miles
    Test number
    629088690620
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged Snapped (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,421 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,421 miles
    Test number
    800199361582
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail114,421 miles (+4,002)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,421 miles
    Test number
    231549145927
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass110,419 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,419 miles
    Test number
    635245094044
    • 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))

  7. Fail110,419 miles (+5,866)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,419 miles
    Test number
    526603773601
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass104,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,553 miles
    Test number
    478745288168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,553 miles (+7,675)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,553 miles
    Test number
    240748768101
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  10. Pass96,878 miles (+3,076)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,878 miles
    Test number
    502273360875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass93,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,802 miles
    Test number
    790065979695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,802 miles (+4,659)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,802 miles
    Test number
    845518457870
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass89,143 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,143 miles
    Test number
    147290396089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,134 miles (+3,807)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,134 miles
    Test number
    150891420716
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,327 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,327 miles
    Test number
    937379684259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,716 miles (+4,241)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,716 miles
    Test number
    928868783241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,475 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,475 miles
    Test number
    315742672405
    • NoteElectronic power steering noisy in operation

  18. Fail77,472 miles (+290)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,472 miles
    Test number
    335188262260
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteElectronic power steering noisy in operation

  19. Pass77,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,182 miles
    Test number
    147962362055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail77,182 miles (+3,233)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,182 miles
    Test number
    658152562091
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass73,949 miles (+12,821)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,949 miles
    Test number
    325465551295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,128 miles (+11,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,128 miles
    Test number
    851698650268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass50,113 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,113 miles
    Test number
    331218459215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,076 miles (+5,686)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,076 miles
    Test number
    233457859226
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass44,390 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,390 miles
    Test number
    334003668212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,398 miles (+8,817)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,398 miles
    Test number
    134172688169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,581 miles (+8,474)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,581 miles
    Test number
    663263777115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades poor
    • NoteRear exhaust baffles noise

  28. Pass26,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,107 miles
    Test number
    693425096127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 RBE

Does L7 RBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 RBE expired on 30 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 RBE?
The MOT on L7 RBE expired on 30 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 RBE done?
L7 RBE was recorded at 121,331 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2022, an average of 5,817 miles a year.
Has L7 RBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 RBE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 RBE 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 L7 RBE find?
L7 RBE failed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 8 more.

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