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Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,499 cc

L8 XCYMOT history

L8 XCY is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 23 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 52,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
52,361 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 XCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
23 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 XCY was last recorded at 52,361 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 4,693 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
47,668 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,693 miles
Average per year
4,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 52,361 miles
  • 2023 – 44,004 miles
  • 2022 – 39,935 miles
  • 2020 – 28,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,361 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

9 tests since 15 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    664375886496
    • 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))

  2. Fail52,361 miles (+4,693)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    849529102314
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass47,668 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    47,668 miles
    Test number
    781843819544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,004 miles
    Test number
    741056478088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail44,004 miles (+4,069)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,004 miles
    Test number
    709103412995
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass39,935 miles (+1,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    39,935 miles
    Test number
    352403451418
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass37,958 miles (+9,290)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    37,958 miles
    Test number
    940015738511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    28,668 miles
    Test number
    615957850275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    745781379157
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L8 XCY

Does L8 XCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 XCY is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 XCY?
The MOT on L8 XCY is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 XCY done?
L8 XCY was recorded at 52,361 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,731 miles a year.
Has L8 XCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 XCY has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 XCY 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 XCY find?
L8 XCY passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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