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Green and White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L7 VODMOT history

L7 VOD is a green and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 19 Nov 1993. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 7 of 13 MOT tests, with 87,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2025.

L7 VOD green Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
87,584 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2025
MOT tests
13
7 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
19 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VOD was last recorded at 87,584 miles on 15 Aug 2025, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,538 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
1,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,584 miles
  • 2022 – 87,538 miles
  • 2021 – 87,467 miles
  • 2011 – 87,453 miles
  • 2008 – 82,693 miles
  • 2007 – 75,880 miles
  • 2006 – 67,265 miles
  • 2005 – 64,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,584 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    87,584 miles
    Test number
    519636120454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    679249282234
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed EXHAUST (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass87,538 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    818503964169
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deflectors fitted
  4. Fail87,538 miles (+71)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,538 miles
    Test number
    607103387869
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect x 2 (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass87,467 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,467 miles
    Test number
    397557881560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,453 miles (+4,760)15 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,453 miles
    Test number
    706230211103
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
  7. Pass82,693 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    82,693 miles
    Test number
    100261018357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  8. Fail82,690 miles (+6,810)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,690 miles
    Test number
    730981598226
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  9. Pass75,880 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,880 miles
    Test number
    973657877241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,670 miles (+8,405)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,670 miles
    Test number
    473899267294
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass67,265 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    67,265 miles
    Test number
    550416956263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    64,560 miles
    Test number
    780275745287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,560 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,560 miles
    Test number
    650644945238
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L7 VOD

Does L7 VOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 VOD expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 VOD?
The MOT on L7 VOD expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 VOD done?
L7 VOD was recorded at 87,584 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2025, an average of 1,154 miles a year.
Has L7 VOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VOD has failed 6 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 VOD 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 VOD find?
L7 VOD passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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