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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LB08 FGVMOT history

LB08 FGV is a black diesel MINI first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
118,465 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FGV was last recorded at 118,465 miles on 20 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,464 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,465 miles
  • 2025 – 108,898 miles
  • 2024 – 98,969 miles
  • 2023 – 88,505 miles
  • 2022 – 81,615 miles
  • 2021 – 77,097 miles
  • 2020 – 71,426 miles
  • 2019 – 67,234 miles
  • 2018 – 63,260 miles
  • 2017 – 62,601 miles
  • 2016 – 61,553 miles
  • 2015 – 52,819 miles
  • 2014 – 46,115 miles
  • 2013 – 37,975 miles
  • 2012 – 24,501 miles
  • 2011 – 18,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,465 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,465 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    118,465 miles
    Test number
    112433284914
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail118,464 miles (+9,566)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,464 miles
    Test number
    843819247491
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH - 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn BOTH rear D - bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning NSR / OSR (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH - 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass108,898 miles (+9,929)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,898 miles
    Test number
    909810244212
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,969 miles (+10,464)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    98,969 miles
    Test number
    335069997838
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF / OSF Wishbone bushes soft / weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH D - bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,505 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    494575079033
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,505 miles (+6,890)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    629664577862
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working stop lamp also not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven brake pad wear across front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge bald no cords showing - central tread @ 3mm 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,615 miles
    Test number
    641643461427
    • AdvisoryFront Uneven brake pad wear NSF lower than OSF

  8. Fail81,615 miles (+4,518)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,615 miles
    Test number
    588873959927
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Uneven brake pad wear NSF lower than OSF

  9. Pass77,097 miles (+5,671)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    77,097 miles
    Test number
    461786055437
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass71,426 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,426 miles
    Test number
    340007928344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,234 miles (+3,974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,234 miles
    Test number
    553603164108
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES - outer edges low - non primary grooves (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers fitted to vehicle obscuring view of some testable items

  12. Pass63,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,260 miles
    Test number
    547236634934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,260 miles (+659)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,260 miles
    Test number
    944136372737
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass62,601 miles (+1,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,601 miles
    Test number
    643194986442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass61,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,553 miles
    Test number
    709370014522
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail61,553 miles (+1,619)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,553 miles
    Test number
    619755737581
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass59,934 miles (+7,115)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,934 miles
    Test number
    338015895370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    109677015075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,819 miles (+6,704)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    169497115409
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass46,115 miles (+8,140)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,115 miles
    Test number
    318838014028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass37,975 miles (+13,474)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    705493023043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,501 miles (+6,275)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,501 miles
    Test number
    778834142079
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass18,226 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    18,226 miles
    Test number
    999559651064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail18,225 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,225 miles
    Test number
    207436151052
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LB08 FGV

Does LB08 FGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FGV is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FGV?
The MOT on LB08 FGV is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FGV done?
LB08 FGV was recorded at 118,465 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 6,581 miles a year.
Has LB08 FGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FGV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 FGV 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 FGV find?
LB08 FGV passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox.

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