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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L8 HYLMOT history

L8 HYL is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

L8 HYL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,460 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HYL was last recorded at 97,460 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,457 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,460 miles
  • 2024 – 90,179 miles
  • 2023 – 78,704 miles
  • 2022 – 65,981 miles
  • 2021 – 62,711 miles
  • 2020 – 61,913 miles
  • 2019 – 61,521 miles
  • 2018 – 60,681 miles
  • 2017 – 60,258 miles
  • 2016 – 59,755 miles
  • 2015 – 56,771 miles
  • 2014 – 55,359 miles
  • 2013 – 48,914 miles
  • 2012 – 39,553 miles
  • 2011 – 33,620 miles
  • 2010 – 26,754 miles
  • 2009 – 18,121 miles
  • 2008 – 12,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,460 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,460 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,460 miles
    Test number
    498556977091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail97,457 miles (+7,278)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,457 miles
    Test number
    672141175918
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Missing clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass90,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,179 miles
    Test number
    164669570529
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Fail90,179 miles (+11,475)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,179 miles
    Test number
    822324227174
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Pass78,704 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    78,704 miles
    Test number
    542588165369
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail78,704 miles (+12,723)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,704 miles
    Test number
    420547777850
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,981 miles
    Test number
    383581837017
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail65,981 miles (+3,270)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,981 miles
    Test number
    644420430508
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,711 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,711 miles
    Test number
    775983075092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,913 miles (+392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,913 miles
    Test number
    425333496887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass61,521 miles (+840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    61,521 miles
    Test number
    118977277830
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass60,681 miles (+423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,681 miles
    Test number
    799947905300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass60,258 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,258 miles
    Test number
    457283072600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,755 miles (+2,984)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    560250471446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,771 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    56,771 miles
    Test number
    219042829241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,359 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,359 miles
    Test number
    576239094212
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Fail55,359 miles (+6,445)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,359 miles
    Test number
    747029094253
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass48,914 miles (+9,361)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,914 miles
    Test number
    818044203398
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass39,553 miles (+5,933)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,553 miles
    Test number
    618474462392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,620 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,620 miles
    Test number
    105279821339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail33,620 miles (+6,866)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,620 miles
    Test number
    308149421303
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass26,754 miles (+8,633)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,754 miles
    Test number
    460007520499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,121 miles (+5,135)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,121 miles
    Test number
    400298029471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,986 miles
    Test number
    604654728385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L8 HYL

Does L8 HYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 HYL is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L8 HYL?
The MOT on L8 HYL is valid until 11 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 HYL done?
L8 HYL was recorded at 97,460 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 4,952 miles a year.
Has L8 HYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HYL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 HYL 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 HYL find?
L8 HYL passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; fuel cap seal deteriorated; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 2 more.

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