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MINI Cooper S

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB06 ZGWMOT history

LB06 ZGW is a black petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 31 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 73,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
73,512 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 ZGW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 ZGW was last recorded at 73,512 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 11,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,813 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,699 miles
Average per year
3,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,512 miles
  • 2025 – 61,813 miles
  • 2024 – 59,836 miles
  • 2023 – 57,477 miles
  • 2022 – 55,160 miles
  • 2021 – 52,531 miles
  • 2020 – 48,515 miles
  • 2019 – 46,085 miles
  • 2018 – 44,488 miles
  • 2017 – 41,990 miles
  • 2016 – 39,738 miles
  • 2015 – 37,741 miles
  • 2014 – 36,386 miles
  • 2013 – 34,825 miles
  • 2012 – 33,500 miles
  • 2011 – 29,738 miles
  • 2009 – 20,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,512 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp loose

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, 2018–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,512 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    73,512 miles
    Test number
    412855922156
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp loose

  2. Fail73,513 miles (+11,700)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,513 miles
    Test number
    468773946028
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp loose

  3. Pass61,813 miles (+1,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    61,813 miles
    Test number
    786397909411
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass59,836 miles (+2,359)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    59,836 miles
    Test number
    905395032705
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass57,477 miles (+2,317)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    57,477 miles
    Test number
    236037576506
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass55,160 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    55,160 miles
    Test number
    260860406240
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail55,160 miles (+2,629)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,160 miles
    Test number
    516653969600
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass52,531 miles (+4,016)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,531 miles
    Test number
    633479218823
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,515 miles
    Test number
    409008638244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Fail48,515 miles (+2,430)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,515 miles
    Test number
    691100959338
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Pass46,085 miles (+1,597)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,085 miles
    Test number
    761187648277
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass44,488 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    44,488 miles
    Test number
    533015320624
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail44,488 miles (+2,498)3 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,488 miles
    Test number
    266837879686
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass41,990 miles (+2,252)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,990 miles
    Test number
    471129559542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning light on
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge - 205/45 17

  15. Pass39,738 miles (+1,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    986053265549
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge - 205/45 17

  16. Pass37,741 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,741 miles
    Test number
    438575505284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,386 miles
    Test number
    116122304213
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail36,386 miles (+1,561)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,386 miles
    Test number
    546832304283
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres edges worn tracking recommended

  19. Pass34,825 miles (+1,325)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,825 miles
    Test number
    105323993186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,500 miles (+3,762)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,500 miles
    Test number
    795106002226
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass29,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,738 miles
    Test number
    368970011458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,738 miles (+9,265)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,738 miles
    Test number
    305280111296
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are heavily worn on the inner and outer edges.
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades are split.
    • NoteThe nearside rear tyre is heavily worn on the inner edge.

  23. Pass20,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,473 miles
    Test number
    471117019290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 ZGW

Does LB06 ZGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 ZGW is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 ZGW?
The MOT on LB06 ZGW is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 ZGW done?
LB06 ZGW was recorded at 73,512 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 3,094 miles a year.
Has LB06 ZGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 ZGW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 ZGW 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 LB06 ZGW find?
LB06 ZGW passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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