
Rover Mini
Black and White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc
L81 UHFMOT history
L81 UHF is a black and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 64,500 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 2 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 64,500 mi
- At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 23
- 13 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 387 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L81 UHF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- Mini
- Colour
- Black and White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,275 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1993
- First used
- 31 Dec 1993
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L81 UHF was last recorded at 64,500 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 94 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 6 Dec 2016: 60,029 miles, lower than 99,970 miles on 15 Nov 2016.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 64,406 miles · 21 Sept 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 94 miles
- Average per year
- 387 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 64,500 miles
- 2024 – 64,406 miles
- 2023 – 63,954 miles
- 2022 – 63,211 miles
- 2021 – 62,930 miles
- 2020 – 62,921 miles
- 2019 – 62,584 miles
- 2017 – 60,352 miles
- 2016 – 60,029 miles
- 2010 – 59,027 miles
- 2009 – 58,992 miles
- 2008 – 58,984 miles
- 2007 – 57,181 miles
- 2006 – 56,788 miles
- 2005 – 56,641 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working
Major2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area
Major2 MOTs, 2024
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Full MOT history
23 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass64,500 miles (+94)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 64,500 miles
- Test number
- 423359441010
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass64,406 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 64,406 miles
- Test number
- 955391632397
- MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 363378698207
- DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts near alternator (4.11 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail64,395 miles (+19)2 dangerous20 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,395 miles
- Test number
- 617673932860
- DangerousElectrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks at alternator (4.11 (c) (iii))
- DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts at alternator (4.11 (a) (iii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to lack of electrics and engine not running (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to electrics (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFront Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced A post (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced A post (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced A post (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced roof / A post (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing / sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
- MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail64,376 miles (+422)9 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,376 miles
- Test number
- 524262156807
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively unable to check wheel bearing correctly (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass63,954 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 63,954 miles
- Test number
- 749450880599
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner floor holed and corroded but not within 30cm
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail63,954 miles (+743)3 dangerous13 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,954 miles
- Test number
- 395008320824
- DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/50/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside rear floor holed and corroded but not within 30cm
Pass63,211 miles (+4)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 63,211 miles
- Test number
- 543841784204
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNear side central floor corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail63,207 miles (+277)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,207 miles
- Test number
- 297861175783
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Brake cable damaged frayed at rear (1.1.15 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor holed within mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch holed where mounting attaches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNear side central floor corroded and holed
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass62,930 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 62,930 miles
- Test number
- 222063108950
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,921 miles (+337)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,921 miles
- Test number
- 543610240209
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rubbing on gear lincage. (6.1.2 (a))
Pass62,584 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 62,584 miles
- Test number
- 833112402606
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr/osr/centre main (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Fail62,584 miles (+2,232)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,584 miles
- Test number
- 632617878703
- MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Position lamp not working front and rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr/osr/centre main (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass60,352 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 60,352 miles
- Test number
- 380827415075
- AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cut from inner wing edge but not to cord
Fail60,352 miles (+323)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,352 miles
- Test number
- 485082141162
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryO/s/f tyre cut from inner wing edge but not to cord
Pass60,029 miles (-39,941)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 60,029 miles
- Test number
- 208614380592
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail99,970 miles (+40,943)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,970 miles
- Test number
- 930894166567
- 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 emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureRear position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass59,027 miles (+35)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 59,027 miles
- Test number
- 233559570182
- AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass58,992 miles (+8)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 58,992 miles
- Test number
- 460417979081
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,984 miles (+1,803)10 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,984 miles
- Test number
- 634445108351
- 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)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass57,181 miles (+393)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 57,181 miles
- Test number
- 633374367226
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,788 miles (+147)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 56,788 miles
- Test number
- 252845996194
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,641 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jul 2006
- Odometer
- 56,641 miles
- Test number
- 121154095154
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Questions about L81 UHF
- Does L81 UHF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L81 UHF is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on L81 UHF?
- The MOT on L81 UHF is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L81 UHF done?
- L81 UHF was recorded at 64,500 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 387 miles a year.
- Has L81 UHF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L81 UHF has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
- Has the mileage on L81 UHF ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L81 UHF find?
- L81 UHF passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint, and 4 more.
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