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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 BGYMOT history

LB08 BGY is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,792 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BGY was last recorded at 87,792 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,115 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,677 miles
Average per year
4,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,792 miles
  • 2025 – 86,115 miles
  • 2024 – 83,623 miles
  • 2023 – 78,076 miles
  • 2022 – 73,646 miles
  • 2021 – 71,355 miles
  • 2020 – 67,936 miles
  • 2019 – 63,401 miles
  • 2018 – 59,399 miles
  • 2017 – 54,204 miles
  • 2016 – 49,521 miles
  • 2014 – 45,077 miles
  • 2013 – 37,228 miles
  • 2012 – 31,526 miles
  • 2011 – 27,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,792 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Steering lock not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,792 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,792 miles
    Test number
    494822336087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,115 miles (+2,492)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,115 miles
    Test number
    522364909329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,623 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,623 miles
    Test number
    720125801101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,567 miles (+5,491)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,567 miles
    Test number
    410959350082
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlights are misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,076 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    78,076 miles
    Test number
    260282898227
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside & nearside faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump area misted in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail78,076 miles (+4,430)1 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,076 miles
    Test number
    240536883618
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside & nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside & nearside faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump area misted in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass73,646 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    742277853524
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail73,646 miles (+2,291)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    494577236652
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,355 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    807394256884
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail71,347 miles (+3,411)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,347 miles
    Test number
    124262356104
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass67,936 miles (+21)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,936 miles
    Test number
    350464026002
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing wiper blade smearing

  12. Fail67,915 miles (+4,514)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,915 miles
    Test number
    331944892931
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing wiper blade smearing

  13. Pass63,401 miles (+4,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,401 miles
    Test number
    487261585453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass59,399 miles (+5,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,399 miles
    Test number
    535672446936
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass54,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,204 miles
    Test number
    700711084088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail54,204 miles (+4,683)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,204 miles
    Test number
    517942792774
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced reflector insecure (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on edges (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,521 miles (+4,444)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    404474090886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,077 miles (+7,849)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,077 miles
    Test number
    377244254361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,228 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,228 miles
    Test number
    488722053351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,526 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,526 miles
    Test number
    415068042378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,078 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,078 miles
    Test number
    868758551335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,913 miles
    Test number
    455178231105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BGY

Does LB08 BGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BGY is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BGY?
The MOT on LB08 BGY is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BGY done?
LB08 BGY was recorded at 87,792 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,356 miles a year.
Has LB08 BGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BGY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 BGY 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 LB08 BGY find?
LB08 BGY passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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