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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LB08 BWCMOT history

LB08 BWC is a red petrol MINI first used on 1 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 71,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2023
Mileage
71,947 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 BWC was last recorded at 71,947 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 5,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,377 miles · 19 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5,570 miles
Average per year
4,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 71,947 miles
  • 2022 – 66,377 miles
  • 2021 – 59,506 miles
  • 2019 – 57,012 miles
  • 2018 – 53,678 miles
  • 2017 – 50,448 miles
  • 2016 – 47,715 miles
  • 2015 – 41,877 miles
  • 2014 – 38,598 miles
  • 2013 – 35,021 miles
  • 2012 – 27,619 miles
  • 2011 – 17,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail71,947 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail71,947 miles (+5,570)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,947 miles
    Test number
    681122980896
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass66,377 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,377 miles
    Test number
    784166822271
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail66,374 miles (+6,868)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,374 miles
    Test number
    140834651835
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Excessively pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass59,506 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    59,506 miles
    Test number
    877060135515
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Handbrake only just meets efficency requirements. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVery high level of surface corrosion throughout suspension and underside components.

  5. Fail59,506 miles (+2,494)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,506 miles
    Test number
    942624409741
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Handbrake only just meets efficency requirements. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVery high level of surface corrosion throughout suspension and underside components.

  6. Pass57,012 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,012 miles
    Test number
    209491777806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,678 miles (+3,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,678 miles
    Test number
    573365462364
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass50,448 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,448 miles
    Test number
    168619672954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,715 miles
    Test number
    477649672396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,715 miles (+5,838)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,715 miles
    Test number
    342110208467
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre

  11. Pass41,877 miles (+3,279)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,877 miles
    Test number
    875175675016
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perished

  12. Pass38,598 miles (+3,577)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,598 miles
    Test number
    458366674058
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTyres slightly perished

  13. Pass35,021 miles (+7,402)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,021 miles
    Test number
    185461193466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,619 miles (+9,694)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,619 miles
    Test number
    266366152146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    17,925 miles
    Test number
    536430831139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BWC

Does LB08 BWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 BWC expired on 18 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BWC?
The MOT on LB08 BWC expired on 18 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 BWC done?
LB08 BWC was recorded at 71,947 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 4,437 miles a year.
Has LB08 BWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BWC has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 BWC 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 BWC find?
LB08 BWC failed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2023 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 11 more.

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