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Rover Mini

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L8 BDDMOT history

L8 BDD is a blue petrol Rover Mini first used on 13 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 77,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

L8 BDD blue Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
77,539 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
13 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BDD was last recorded at 77,539 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Aug 2009: 65,974 miles, lower than 68,214 miles on 30 Apr 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
77,335 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
204 miles
Average per year
518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,539 miles
  • 2025 – 77,335 miles
  • 2024 – 77,332 miles
  • 2023 – 76,786 miles
  • 2022 – 76,184 miles
  • 2020 – 75,992 miles
  • 2019 – 75,833 miles
  • 2011 – 72,642 miles
  • 2010 – 67,025 miles
  • 2009 – 65,977 miles
  • 2008 – 68,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,539 miles
  • AdvisoryN/S/F Floor Showing Signs Of Surface Corrosion
  • AdvisoryO/S/F Floor Showing Signs Of Surface Corrosion

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 Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,539 miles (+204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,539 miles
    Test number
    756480436821
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Floor Showing Signs Of Surface Corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Floor Showing Signs Of Surface Corrosion

  2. Pass77,335 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    77,335 miles
    Test number
    238908049696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,332 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    986278181086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,786 miles (+602)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,786 miles
    Test number
    830006837308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor showing signs of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor showing signs of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,184 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,184 miles
    Test number
    315669959944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,992 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,992 miles
    Test number
    210388391155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,833 miles (+3,191)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    493183479279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,642 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    387209131361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRAD LOOSE ON ENGINE

  9. Fail72,642 miles (+5,617)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    837115431306
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRAD LOOSE ON ENGINE

  10. Pass67,025 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,025 miles
    Test number
    974313590243
    • NoteInterior mirror missing
    • NoteSlight blow centre exhaust

  11. Fail67,025 miles (+22)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,025 miles
    Test number
    884613990222
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteInterior mirror missing
    • NoteSlight blow centre exhaust

  12. Fail67,003 miles (+1,026)17 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,003 miles
    Test number
    441966440134
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteMAJOR ACCENDENT DAMAGE TO FRONT END OF VEHICLE / NOTHING FITS PROPERLY WINGS /DOORS/ ROOF DAMAGE
    • NoteN/S/F RADIATOR HANGING LOOSE MOUNTING BROKEN

  13. Pass65,977 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,977 miles
    Test number
    650004629244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,974 miles (-2,240)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,974 miles
    Test number
    722999719227
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass68,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    68,214 miles
    Test number
    241551728496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 BDD

Does L8 BDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 BDD is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 BDD?
The MOT on L8 BDD is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 BDD done?
L8 BDD was recorded at 77,539 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 518 miles a year.
Has L8 BDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BDD has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2011.
Has the mileage on L8 BDD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 BDD find?
L8 BDD passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: n/s/f floor showing signs of surface corrosion; o/s/f floor showing signs of surface corrosion.

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