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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L8 FYAMOT history

L8 FYA is a grey petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 108,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

L8 FYA grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
108,190 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 FYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 FYA was last recorded at 108,190 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,186 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,190 miles
  • 2025 – 99,012 miles
  • 2024 – 92,392 miles
  • 2023 – 84,528 miles
  • 2022 – 79,159 miles
  • 2021 – 77,185 miles
  • 2020 – 69,936 miles
  • 2019 – 61,901 miles
  • 2018 – 53,287 miles
  • 2017 – 44,032 miles
  • 2016 – 39,137 miles
  • 2015 – 33,615 miles
  • 2014 – 28,233 miles
  • 2013 – 22,907 miles
  • 2012 – 17,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,190 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened osr shows signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,190 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    108,190 miles
    Test number
    145876112977
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened osr shows signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail108,186 miles (+9,174)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,186 miles
    Test number
    688030306978
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened osr shows signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass99,012 miles (+6,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    99,012 miles
    Test number
    764642547076
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass92,392 miles (+7,864)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,392 miles
    Test number
    229353370978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,528 miles (+5,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,528 miles
    Test number
    217596083731
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass79,159 miles (+1,974)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,159 miles
    Test number
    896914572360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted

  7. Pass77,185 miles (+7,249)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,185 miles
    Test number
    125463710964
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to limit and below 1.6mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass69,936 miles (+8,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,936 miles
    Test number
    845820928213
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass61,901 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,901 miles
    Test number
    278681147288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail61,901 miles (+8,614)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,901 miles
    Test number
    665076904155
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTPM light on

  11. Pass53,287 miles (+6,117)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,287 miles
    Test number
    684390531081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,170 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,170 miles
    Test number
    363370660493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,032 miles (+4,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,032 miles
    Test number
    499098757004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade starting to split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass39,137 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    858872449302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,615 miles (+5,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,615 miles
    Test number
    694647526775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass28,233 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,233 miles
    Test number
    526507214288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail28,233 miles (+5,326)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,233 miles
    Test number
    825677514258
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass22,907 miles (+5,290)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,907 miles
    Test number
    178695133232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,617 miles
    Test number
    578297932268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail17,617 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,617 miles
    Test number
    698287432218
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L8 FYA

Does L8 FYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 FYA is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 FYA?
The MOT on L8 FYA is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 FYA done?
L8 FYA was recorded at 108,190 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 6,680 miles a year.
Has L8 FYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 FYA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 FYA 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 L8 FYA find?
L8 FYA passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear upper position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened osr shows signs of overheating.

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