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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L8 RXEMOT history

L8 RXE is a grey petrol MINI first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

L8 RXE grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,449 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 RXE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 RXE was last recorded at 85,449 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,346 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
3,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,449 miles
  • 2025 – 80,211 miles
  • 2024 – 72,787 miles
  • 2022 – 72,777 miles
  • 2020 – 71,116 miles
  • 2018 – 68,719 miles
  • 2017 – 66,603 miles
  • 2016 – 62,680 miles
  • 2015 – 60,135 miles
  • 2014 – 59,554 miles
  • 2013 – 56,701 miles
  • 2012 – 51,613 miles
  • 2011 – 43,326 miles
  • 2010 – 34,856 miles
  • 2009 – 27,756 miles
  • 2008 – 24,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,449 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,449 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,449 miles
    Test number
    273905680213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail85,346 miles (+5,135)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,346 miles
    Test number
    454214968920
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass80,211 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    80,211 miles
    Test number
    754826497536
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,205 miles (+7,418)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,205 miles
    Test number
    566569447154
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,787 miles (+4)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    72,787 miles
    Test number
    310873425748
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front spring seats (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail72,783 miles (+6)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,783 miles
    Test number
    489566710530
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front spring seats (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail72,777 miles (+1,661)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,777 miles
    Test number
    822980052594
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  8. Pass71,116 miles (+2,397)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    71,116 miles
    Test number
    400803960280
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,719 miles (+2,116)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,719 miles
    Test number
    682772610423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,603 miles (+3,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,603 miles
    Test number
    884000082431
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage near rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass62,680 miles (+2,545)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,680 miles
    Test number
    680877537775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,135 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    108055075072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,554 miles (+2,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,554 miles
    Test number
    758400084037
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass56,701 miles (+5,088)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,701 miles
    Test number
    678707663039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,613 miles (+8,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,613 miles
    Test number
    335607662006
    • 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)

  16. Pass43,326 miles (+8,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,326 miles
    Test number
    797087251075
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly corroded

  17. Pass34,856 miles (+7,100)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,856 miles
    Test number
    472860370081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,756 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,756 miles
    Test number
    711218149116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,773 miles
    Test number
    324520098191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail24,772 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,772 miles
    Test number
    932630398140
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L8 RXE

Does L8 RXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 RXE is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 RXE?
The MOT on L8 RXE is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 RXE done?
L8 RXE was recorded at 85,449 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 3,448 miles a year.
Has L8 RXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 RXE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 RXE 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 RXE find?
L8 RXE passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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