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White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,496 cc

L88 LVTMOT history

L88 LVT is a white diesel MINI Cooper first used on 24 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 80,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,088 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L88 LVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
24 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L88 LVT was last recorded at 80,088 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 6,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,555 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,533 miles
Average per year
7,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,088 miles
  • 2025 – 73,555 miles
  • 2024 – 66,676 miles
  • 2023 – 59,171 miles
  • 2022 – 50,471 miles
  • 2021 – 42,694 miles
  • 2020 – 37,390 miles
  • 2019 – 33,380 miles
  • 2018 – 26,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,088 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

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.

  • Auxiliary drive belt tensioner faulty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Auxiliary belt not fitted correctly and surounding area covered with rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 11 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,088 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,088 miles
    Test number
    510201870473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

  2. Fail80,088 miles (+6,533)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,088 miles
    Test number
    187979804940
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

  3. Pass73,555 miles (+6,879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,555 miles
    Test number
    684773826238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt tensioner faulty
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on min

  4. Pass66,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,676 miles
    Test number
    629574944518
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt tensioner faulty

  5. Fail66,676 miles (+7,505)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,676 miles
    Test number
    866953962529
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt not fitted correctly and surounding area covered with rust
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  6. Pass59,171 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,171 miles
    Test number
    655734518570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt not fitted correctly and surounding area covered with rust
    • AdvisoryTpms lamp illuminated

  7. Fail59,169 miles (+8,698)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,169 miles
    Test number
    240428812362
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt not fitted correctly and surounding area covered with rust
    • AdvisoryTpms lamp illuminated

  8. Pass50,471 miles (+7,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    50,471 miles
    Test number
    424695964946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass42,694 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    42,694 miles
    Test number
    302419823824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail42,692 miles (+5,302)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,692 miles
    Test number
    240171243972
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir empty
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp illuminated

  11. Pass37,390 miles (+4,010)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,390 miles
    Test number
    263421643153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,380 miles (+7,192)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    33,380 miles
    Test number
    194524467194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    26,188 miles
    Test number
    446931974137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L88 LVT

Does L88 LVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L88 LVT is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L88 LVT?
The MOT on L88 LVT is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L88 LVT done?
L88 LVT was recorded at 80,088 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 7,100 miles a year.
Has L88 LVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L88 LVT has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L88 LVT 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 LVT find?
L88 LVT passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear bump stop deteriorated, and 2 more.

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