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Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LB08 FWHMOT history

LB08 FWH is a blue diesel MINI first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 251,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2024
Mileage
251,366 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
16,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FWH was last recorded at 251,366 miles on 19 Oct 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,365 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
16,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 251,366 miles
  • 2021 – 248,879 miles
  • 2020 – 242,734 miles
  • 2019 – 233,798 miles
  • 2018 – 209,667 miles
  • 2017 – 183,725 miles
  • 2016 – 157,230 miles
  • 2015 – 130,961 miles
  • 2014 – 113,771 miles
  • 2013 – 94,878 miles
  • 2012 – 74,966 miles
  • 2011 – 48,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,366 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySlight movement in both front roll bar D bushesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,366 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    251,366 miles
    Test number
    140104582403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in both front roll bar D bushes
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail251,365 miles (+1)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,365 miles
    Test number
    549278630732
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in both front roll bar D bushes
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail251,364 miles (+2,485)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,364 miles
    Test number
    535400889181
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass248,879 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    248,879 miles
    Test number
    645527172577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail248,872 miles (+6,138)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,872 miles
    Test number
    122665963338
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass242,734 miles (+8,936)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    242,734 miles
    Test number
    987562896060
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass233,798 miles (+24,131)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    233,798 miles
    Test number
    358268191032
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass209,667 miles (+25,942)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    209,667 miles
    Test number
    357324822400
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  9. Pass183,725 miles (+26,495)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    183,725 miles
    Test number
    631657355153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass157,230 miles (+26,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    157,230 miles
    Test number
    613730609386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  11. Pass130,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    267696600453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,961 miles (+17,190)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    593773595436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  13. Pass113,771 miles (+18,893)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    527653254263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass94,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    94,878 miles
    Test number
    288993653261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,878 miles (+19,912)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,878 miles
    Test number
    247783953259
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre deep cut in tred
  16. Pass74,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,966 miles
    Test number
    546866852226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,966 miles (+26,521)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,966 miles
    Test number
    585086852243
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass48,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,445 miles
    Test number
    227434161130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FWH

Does LB08 FWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 FWH expired on 18 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FWH?
The MOT on LB08 FWH expired on 18 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 FWH done?
LB08 FWH was recorded at 251,366 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2023, an average of 16,430 miles a year.
Has LB08 FWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FWH has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 FWH 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 FWH find?
LB08 FWH passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; slight movement in both front roll bar d bushes, and 2 more.

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