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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 FVTMOT history

LB08 FVT is a white petrol MINI first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2026
Mileage
136,229 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 FVT was last recorded at 136,229 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 6,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,807 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,422 miles
Average per year
7,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,229 miles
  • 2025 – 129,807 miles
  • 2023 – 129,736 miles
  • 2022 – 122,321 miles
  • 2021 – 114,252 miles
  • 2020 – 107,850 miles
  • 2019 – 98,256 miles
  • 2018 – 80,346 miles
  • 2017 – 62,581 miles
  • 2016 – 48,562 miles
  • 2015 – 46,506 miles
  • 2014 – 41,777 miles
  • 2013 – 36,614 miles
  • 2012 – 29,524 miles
  • 2011 – 20,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,229 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorRear Emissions unable to be completed exhaust broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near wear limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn near wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both , and cuts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail136,229 miles (+6,422)2 dangerous3 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,229 miles
    Test number
    925716086491
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Emissions unable to be completed exhaust broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near wear limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn near wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass129,807 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    129,807 miles
    Test number
    631927338071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass129,736 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,736 miles
    Test number
    533615628340
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both , and cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail129,735 miles (+7,414)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,735 miles
    Test number
    809392657731
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both , and cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass122,321 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    122,321 miles
    Test number
    377118919514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail122,319 miles (+8,067)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,319 miles
    Test number
    717789062649
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass114,252 miles (+6,402)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,252 miles
    Test number
    490710535644
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,850 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    107,850 miles
    Test number
    605002286722
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail107,792 miles (+9,536)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,792 miles
    Test number
    493294670042
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,256 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,256 miles
    Test number
    468567486611
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s silencer corroding

  11. Fail98,200 miles (+17,854)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,200 miles
    Test number
    114130226398
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s silencer corroding

  12. Pass80,346 miles (+17,765)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,346 miles
    Test number
    137524433714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread pattern uneven (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryO/s exhaust silencer skin corroded

  13. Pass62,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,581 miles
    Test number
    230555648499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail62,581 miles (+14,019)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,581 miles
    Test number
    585715580156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass48,562 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,562 miles
    Test number
    238195148030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,191 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,191 miles
    Test number
    746466694527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,506 miles (+4,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,506 miles
    Test number
    425845495154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,777 miles (+5,163)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,777 miles
    Test number
    465600794155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,614 miles (+7,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,614 miles
    Test number
    238264903281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail29,524 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,524 miles
    Test number
    406434992146
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass29,524 miles (+9,085)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,524 miles
    Test number
    748464492145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,439 miles
    Test number
    989346791109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FVT

Does LB08 FVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 FVT expired on 14 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FVT?
The MOT on LB08 FVT expired on 14 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 FVT done?
LB08 FVT was recorded at 136,229 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 7,870 miles a year.
Has LB08 FVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FVT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 FVT 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 FVT find?
LB08 FVT failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; emissions unable to be completed, and 8 more.

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