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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L88 LGPMOT history

L88 LGP is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 26 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

L88 LGP black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
136,046 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L88 LGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L88 LGP was last recorded at 136,046 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 4,847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
131,199 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,847 miles
Average per year
5,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,046 miles
  • 2024 – 131,199 miles
  • 2023 – 126,187 miles
  • 2022 – 121,301 miles
  • 2021 – 118,096 miles
  • 2020 – 115,384 miles
  • 2019 – 111,989 miles
  • 2018 – 102,387 miles
  • 2017 – 97,869 miles
  • 2016 – 92,863 miles
  • 2015 – 76,611 miles
  • 2014 – 66,354 miles
  • 2013 – 61,029 miles
  • 2012 – 58,946 miles
  • 2011 – 55,511 miles
  • 2010 – 50,686 miles
  • 2009 – 40,010 miles
  • 2008 – 29,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,046 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,046 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    136,046 miles
    Test number
    526835125724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,199 miles (+5,012)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    131,199 miles
    Test number
    774588570166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,187 miles (+4,886)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,187 miles
    Test number
    136019073002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,301 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    121,301 miles
    Test number
    501534797629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,096 miles (+2,712)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,096 miles
    Test number
    963836978690
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass115,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,384 miles
    Test number
    732624669144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail115,384 miles (+3,395)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,384 miles
    Test number
    771234773270
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass111,989 miles (+9,602)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,989 miles
    Test number
    928215357815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,387 miles (+4,518)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,387 miles
    Test number
    517144753009
    • AdvisoryClutch release bearing noisy.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both rear back box rubber mounts, But exhaust secure. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass97,869 miles (+5,006)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    598756286121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,863 miles (+16,252)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    261310865576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,611 miles (+10,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,611 miles
    Test number
    754839001926
    • AdvisoryBoth rear silencer hangers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryItem removed drivers vision prior to test
  13. Pass66,354 miles (+5,325)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,354 miles
    Test number
    877839034292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear exhaust mountings worn
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished in tread
  14. Pass61,029 miles (+2,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,029 miles
    Test number
    539717153285
    • 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)
  15. Pass58,946 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    248008562214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,927 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    216265212494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,511 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,511 miles
    Test number
    159527391024
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly wearing low from inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded and flaking off but not leaking.
  18. Fail55,511 miles (+4,825)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,511 miles
    Test number
    196807091014
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly wearing low from inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded and flaking off but not leaking.
  19. Pass50,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    762089190080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,686 miles (+10,676)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    960759590019
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
  21. Pass40,010 miles (+10,015)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,010 miles
    Test number
    591283079017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,995 miles
    Test number
    830459278000
    • 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)

Questions about L88 LGP

Does L88 LGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L88 LGP is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L88 LGP?
The MOT on L88 LGP is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L88 LGP done?
L88 LGP was recorded at 136,046 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 5,989 miles a year.
Has L88 LGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L88 LGP has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L88 LGP 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 L88 LGP find?
L88 LGP passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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