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Brown · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

L8 HUHMOT history

L8 HUH is a brown petrol MINI first used on 28 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

L8 HUH brown MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
81,881 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HUH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HUH was last recorded at 81,881 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 2,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jun 2019: 67,221 miles, lower than 67,916 miles on 24 May 2019.

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
79,711 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,170 miles
Average per year
4,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,881 miles
  • 2024 – 79,711 miles
  • 2023 – 78,847 miles
  • 2022 – 77,393 miles
  • 2021 – 75,211 miles
  • 2020 – 72,315 miles
  • 2019 – 67,221 miles
  • 2018 – 63,372 miles
  • 2017 – 59,919 miles
  • 2016 – 54,533 miles
  • 2015 – 47,087 miles
  • 2014 – 41,168 miles
  • 2013 – 34,183 miles
  • 2012 – 22,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,881 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,881 miles (+2,170)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    81,881 miles
    Test number
    319750560871
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass79,711 miles (+864)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    79,711 miles
    Test number
    267650593173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,847 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    78,847 miles
    Test number
    728765030587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  4. Fail78,845 miles (+1,452)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    737306966045
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  5. Pass77,393 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    77,393 miles
    Test number
    852813144646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,391 miles (+2,180)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,391 miles
    Test number
    551444153279
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged snapped (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,211 miles (+2,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,211 miles
    Test number
    651732229593
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass72,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    570486433118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,315 miles (+5,094)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    798851322481
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass67,221 miles (-695)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,221 miles
    Test number
    236903226306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,916 miles (+4,544)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    928039187997
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  12. Pass63,372 miles (+3,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,372 miles
    Test number
    978120847596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass59,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    59,919 miles
    Test number
    796078715921
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc corroded on inner face and fluctuating slightly when applied

  14. Fail59,919 miles (+5,386)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,919 miles
    Test number
    639792423889
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc corroded on inner face and fluctuating slightly when applied
    • AdvisoryTpms shows flat tyre

  15. Pass54,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,533 miles
    Test number
    794018215764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake bind

  16. Fail54,533 miles (+7,446)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,533 miles
    Test number
    260244929554
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake bind

  17. Pass47,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    207899435199
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail47,087 miles (+5,919)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    959619535181
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass41,168 miles (+6,985)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,168 miles
    Test number
    389250154177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  20. Pass34,183 miles (+12,013)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,183 miles
    Test number
    856461153122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  21. Pass22,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,170 miles
    Test number
    275487952452
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L8 HUH

Does L8 HUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 HUH is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L8 HUH?
The MOT on L8 HUH is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 HUH done?
L8 HUH was recorded at 81,881 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 4,430 miles a year.
Has L8 HUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HUH has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 HUH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 HUH find?
L8 HUH passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 15 advisories: front coil spring corroded both springs; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 12 more.

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