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

L89 WRTMOT history

L89 WRT is a black and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 31 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 29,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

L89 WRT black Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
29,607 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L89 WRT
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 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L89 WRT was last recorded at 29,607 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,920 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
687 miles
Average per year
459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 29,607 miles
  • 2024 – 28,920 miles
  • 2023 – 28,635 miles
  • 2022 – 28,443 miles
  • 2021 – 27,335 miles
  • 2012 – 26,954 miles
  • 2011 – 26,183 miles
  • 2010 – 25,242 miles
  • 2009 – 24,463 miles
  • 2008 – 22,189 miles
  • 2007 – 21,468 miles
  • 2006 – 20,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,607 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.

  • Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,607 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    29,607 miles
    Test number
    830897515549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass28,920 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    28,920 miles
    Test number
    413368912375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass28,635 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    28,635 miles
    Test number
    727978495707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass28,443 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    28,443 miles
    Test number
    584651927373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass27,335 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    27,335 miles
    Test number
    398244952288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass26,954 miles (+14)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,954 miles
    Test number
    915646932254
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Fail26,940 miles (+757)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,940 miles
    Test number
    848298422205
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass26,183 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,183 miles
    Test number
    797760731274
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise slight movement in steering column top bushes

  9. Fail26,183 miles (+941)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,183 miles
    Test number
    528738421204
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise slight movement in steering column top bushes

  10. Pass25,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    25,242 miles
    Test number
    433234320295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail25,242 miles (+779)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,242 miles
    Test number
    944303320262
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  12. Pass24,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,463 miles
    Test number
    550153439276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail24,463 miles (+2,274)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,463 miles
    Test number
    200512439217
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass22,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,189 miles
    Test number
    181064738275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,189 miles (+721)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,189 miles
    Test number
    274324738213
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass21,468 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,468 miles
    Test number
    122727527283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail21,447 miles (+690)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,447 miles
    Test number
    871081217227
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass20,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,757 miles
    Test number
    984594516263
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail20,757 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,757 miles
    Test number
    390713816215
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about L89 WRT

Does L89 WRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L89 WRT is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L89 WRT?
The MOT on L89 WRT is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L89 WRT done?
L89 WRT was recorded at 29,607 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 459 miles a year.
Has L89 WRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L89 WRT has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2012.
Has the mileage on L89 WRT 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 L89 WRT find?
L89 WRT passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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