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White · Petrol · 2010 · 1,598 cc

L8 OVPMOT history

L8 OVP is a white petrol MINI first used on 16 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 120,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,262 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 OVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 OVP was last recorded at 120,262 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 7,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,687 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,575 miles
Average per year
6,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,262 miles
  • 2024 – 112,687 miles
  • 2023 – 104,674 miles
  • 2022 – 90,581 miles
  • 2021 – 77,507 miles
  • 2020 – 71,539 miles
  • 2019 – 67,140 miles
  • 2018 – 64,341 miles
  • 2017 – 59,494 miles
  • 2016 – 55,854 miles
  • 2015 – 52,819 miles
  • 2014 – 44,278 miles
  • 2013 – 37,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,262 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mount rubbers slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,262 miles (+7,575)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,262 miles
    Test number
    166874609829
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mount rubbers slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,687 miles
    Test number
    618463572855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail112,687 miles (+8,013)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,687 miles
    Test number
    539210724252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass104,674 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,674 miles
    Test number
    740131461339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,670 miles (+14,089)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,670 miles
    Test number
    760981090530
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bold on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass90,581 miles (+13,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,581 miles
    Test number
    170869852668
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly worn on inside edge

  7. Pass77,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    77,507 miles
    Test number
    490813906437
    • 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))

  8. Fail77,505 miles (+5,966)2 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,505 miles
    Test number
    626067996944
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,539 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    795099257366
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail71,539 miles (+4,399)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    208385866103
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass67,140 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,140 miles
    Test number
    718077821966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,341 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,341 miles
    Test number
    647454252207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    676665529600
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Fail59,494 miles (+3,640)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    845067130859
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass55,854 miles (+3,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,854 miles
    Test number
    567189778345
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass52,819 miles (+8,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    519347452996
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass44,278 miles (+6,967)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    44,278 miles
    Test number
    156110764122
    • NoteThe rear offside & nearside brake discs are rusty on their outter edges

  18. Pass37,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,311 miles
    Test number
    417582463105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,311 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,311 miles
    Test number
    777162663133
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L8 OVP

Does L8 OVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 OVP is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 OVP?
The MOT on L8 OVP is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 OVP done?
L8 OVP was recorded at 120,262 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,459 miles a year.
Has L8 OVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 OVP has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 OVP 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 OVP find?
L8 OVP passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside rear upper position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mount rubbers slightly worn, and 4 more.

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