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Red and White · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

L8 HWGMOT history

L8 HWG is a red and white petrol MINI first used on 27 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

L8 HWG red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
115,199 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HWG was last recorded at 115,199 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,197 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,199 miles
  • 2025 – 115,197 miles
  • 2023 – 109,525 miles
  • 2019 – 107,509 miles
  • 2018 – 104,262 miles
  • 2017 – 102,925 miles
  • 2016 – 101,760 miles
  • 2015 – 99,678 miles
  • 2014 – 89,420 miles
  • 2013 – 85,440 miles
  • 2012 – 76,191 miles
  • 2011 – 65,536 miles
  • 2010 – 56,121 miles
  • 2009 – 50,442 miles
  • 2008 – 42,636 miles
  • 2007 – 33,515 miles
  • 2006 – 24,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,199 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,199 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,199 miles
    Test number
    340247894272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,197 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,197 miles
    Test number
    728994141289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,525 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,525 miles
    Test number
    314395963973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail109,515 miles (+22)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,515 miles
    Test number
    247324828998
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail109,493 miles (+1,984)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,493 miles
    Test number
    700307571710
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant in engine

  6. Pass107,509 miles (+3,247)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,509 miles
    Test number
    288120298785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass104,262 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,262 miles
    Test number
    344328479046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,925 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,925 miles
    Test number
    588486357510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,760 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,760 miles
    Test number
    830183951507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    99,678 miles
    Test number
    522648845316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,678 miles (+10,258)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,678 miles
    Test number
    787706658279
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to exhaust blowing (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

  12. Pass89,420 miles (+35)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,420 miles
    Test number
    329767404222
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail89,385 miles (+3,945)1 dangerous2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,385 miles
    Test number
    769235104296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass85,440 miles (+9,249)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,440 miles
    Test number
    939013413218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    387472502424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,191 miles (+10,655)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    706922702230
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Fail65,536 miles3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,536 miles
    Test number
    858584351151
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag fault light on.
    • NoteOffside front tyre scrubbing inner edge, recommend wheel alignment checked.

  18. Pass65,536 miles (+9,415)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,536 miles
    Test number
    988624851180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag fault light on.
    • NoteOffside front tyre scrubbing inner edge, recommend wheel alignment checked.

  19. Pass56,121 miles (+5,679)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,121 miles
    Test number
    220306860467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,442 miles (+7,806)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,442 miles
    Test number
    213842519227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,636 miles (+9,121)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,636 miles
    Test number
    564527808245
    • NoteRear silencer rattling

  22. Pass33,515 miles (+8,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,515 miles
    Test number
    823055017241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass24,648 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,648 miles
    Test number
    310032326435
    • NoteLight oil patch to rear of engine.
    • NoteO/s wiper blade torn to ends.
    • NoteRear tyres wearing to edges.

Questions about L8 HWG

Does L8 HWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 HWG is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 HWG?
The MOT on L8 HWG is valid until 1 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 HWG done?
L8 HWG was recorded at 115,199 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 4,606 miles a year.
Has L8 HWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HWG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 HWG 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 HWG find?
L8 HWG passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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