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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L7 TOVMOT history

L7 TOV is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 62,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

L7 TOV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
62,048 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 TOV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 TOV was last recorded at 62,048 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 5,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,262 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,786 miles
Average per year
4,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,048 miles
  • 2024 – 56,262 miles
  • 2023 – 52,178 miles
  • 2022 – 47,485 miles
  • 2021 – 42,158 miles
  • 2020 – 37,689 miles
  • 2019 – 32,734 miles
  • 2018 – 27,219 miles
  • 2017 – 20,902 miles
  • 2016 – 16,533 miles
  • 2015 – 15,379 miles
  • 2014 – 13,276 miles
  • 2013 – 11,036 miles
  • 2012 – 9,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,048 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust flexi slight play (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,048 miles (+5,786)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    62,048 miles
    Test number
    335530316236
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust flexi slight play (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass56,262 miles (+4,084)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    56,262 miles
    Test number
    273538079392
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,178 miles (+4,693)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    52,178 miles
    Test number
    632506296584
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking

  4. Pass47,485 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,485 miles
    Test number
    128920702911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass42,158 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    42,158 miles
    Test number
    548913455886
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail42,158 miles (+4,469)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,158 miles
    Test number
    713572243569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass37,689 miles (+4,955)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    37,689 miles
    Test number
    710276081426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,734 miles (+5,515)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,734 miles
    Test number
    226477520201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,219 miles (+6,317)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    27,219 miles
    Test number
    242597887529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,902 miles (+4,369)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    20,902 miles
    Test number
    362474234047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass16,533 miles (+1,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    16,533 miles
    Test number
    535971901536
    • AdvisoryChild seat(s) fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt(s)

  12. Pass15,379 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    15,379 miles
    Test number
    450254645300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,276 miles (+2,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    13,276 miles
    Test number
    528187534377
    • 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)

  14. Pass11,036 miles (+1,223)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    11,036 miles
    Test number
    705073853316
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass9,813 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    9,813 miles
    Test number
    578433552378
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L7 TOV

Does L7 TOV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 TOV is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 TOV?
The MOT on L7 TOV is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 TOV done?
L7 TOV was recorded at 62,048 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 4,027 miles a year.
Has L7 TOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 TOV has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L7 TOV 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 TOV find?
L7 TOV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust flexi slight play, and 7 more.

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