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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LB08 BWEMOT history

LB08 BWE is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
98,252 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BWE was last recorded at 98,252 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,252 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,252 miles
  • 2024 – 86,611 miles
  • 2023 – 81,442 miles
  • 2022 – 71,504 miles
  • 2021 – 70,439 miles
  • 2020 – 68,506 miles
  • 2019 – 62,362 miles
  • 2018 – 55,471 miles
  • 2017 – 49,383 miles
  • 2016 – 45,744 miles
  • 2015 – 42,115 miles
  • 2014 – 38,498 miles
  • 2013 – 33,914 miles
  • 2012 – 24,665 miles
  • 2011 – 19,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,252 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,252 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,252 miles
    Test number
    573305503793
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail98,252 miles (+11,641)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,252 miles
    Test number
    361904719743
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass86,611 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    86,611 miles
    Test number
    106667690016
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail86,611 miles (+5,169)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,611 miles
    Test number
    425047197715
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,442 miles (+5,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    81,442 miles
    Test number
    125331821912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,386 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    149840230210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,504 miles (+1,065)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,504 miles
    Test number
    954339630459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,439 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    344323851236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,506 miles (+6,144)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,506 miles
    Test number
    956032226827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,362 miles (+6,891)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,362 miles
    Test number
    912790237273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,471 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,471 miles
    Test number
    391252832823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,383 miles (+3,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    49,383 miles
    Test number
    684626104119
    • 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)

  13. Pass45,744 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,744 miles
    Test number
    427962462077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,115 miles (+3,617)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    42,115 miles
    Test number
    395642315082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,498 miles (+4,584)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,498 miles
    Test number
    766427324050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,914 miles
    Test number
    136369433411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,914 miles (+9,249)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,914 miles
    Test number
    546908633011
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail24,665 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,665 miles
    Test number
    438262852073
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  19. Pass24,665 miles (+5,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,665 miles
    Test number
    607132452060
    • 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)

  20. Pass19,461 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,461 miles
    Test number
    125348341249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,856 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,856 miles
    Test number
    908161461127
    • NoteBoth front tyres om 3mm

Questions about LB08 BWE

Does LB08 BWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BWE is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BWE?
The MOT on LB08 BWE is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BWE done?
LB08 BWE was recorded at 98,252 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 5,538 miles a year.
Has LB08 BWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BWE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 BWE 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 BWE find?
LB08 BWE passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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