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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 BWJMOT history

LB08 BWJ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 17 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 58,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
58,416 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BWJ was last recorded at 58,416 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 1,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,629 miles · 30 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,787 miles
Average per year
2,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,416 miles
  • 2023 – 56,629 miles
  • 2022 – 54,578 miles
  • 2021 – 52,214 miles
  • 2020 – 49,131 miles
  • 2019 – 45,719 miles
  • 2018 – 42,519 miles
  • 2017 – 40,322 miles
  • 2016 – 37,486 miles
  • 2015 – 33,343 miles
  • 2014 – 29,305 miles
  • 2013 – 24,894 miles
  • 2012 – 20,321 miles
  • 2011 – 15,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,416 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil over engine but not dropping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,416 miles (+1,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    58,416 miles
    Test number
    698182468163
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil over engine but not dropping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass56,629 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,629 miles
    Test number
    293860275471
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail56,548 miles (+1,970)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,548 miles
    Test number
    585649166390
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,578 miles (+2,364)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    54,578 miles
    Test number
    923017149868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,214 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,214 miles
    Test number
    999801740988
    • 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))

  6. Fail52,214 miles (+3,083)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,214 miles
    Test number
    357347103434
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass49,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,131 miles
    Test number
    824093323945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,134 miles (+3,415)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,134 miles
    Test number
    896720356136
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass45,719 miles (+3,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,719 miles
    Test number
    967643583687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished on tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing

  10. Pass42,519 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,519 miles
    Test number
    266909011079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,322 miles
    Test number
    429254054818
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail40,322 miles (+2,836)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,322 miles
    Test number
    327059301279
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass37,486 miles (+4,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,486 miles
    Test number
    280065953365
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass33,343 miles (+4,038)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,343 miles
    Test number
    308172315480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,305 miles (+4,411)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,305 miles
    Test number
    337182114237
    • NoteFront brake discs are lipped

  16. Pass24,894 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,894 miles
    Test number
    517755503206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,321 miles (+4,633)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,321 miles
    Test number
    109529292151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,688 miles
    Test number
    358776781172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BWJ

Does LB08 BWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BWJ is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BWJ?
The MOT on LB08 BWJ is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BWJ done?
LB08 BWJ was recorded at 58,416 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 2,944 miles a year.
Has LB08 BWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BWJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 BWJ 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 BWJ find?
LB08 BWJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive oil over engine but not dropping.

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