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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 FWPMOT history

LB08 FWP is a black petrol MINI first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 72,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,385 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FWP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FWP was last recorded at 72,385 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,073 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
312 miles
Average per year
4,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,385 miles
  • 2025 – 66,111 miles
  • 2024 – 63,969 miles
  • 2023 – 62,187 miles
  • 2022 – 60,638 miles
  • 2021 – 57,679 miles
  • 2020 – 56,578 miles
  • 2019 – 51,994 miles
  • 2018 – 46,877 miles
  • 2017 – 41,620 miles
  • 2016 – 35,910 miles
  • 2015 – 29,471 miles
  • 2014 – 22,983 miles
  • 2013 – 17,287 miles
  • 2011 – 7,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,385 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,385 miles (+312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,385 miles
    Test number
    988388122269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail72,073 miles (+5,962)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,073 miles
    Test number
    401370306358
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass66,111 miles (+2,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,111 miles
    Test number
    848057815226
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass63,969 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    63,969 miles
    Test number
    983957375462
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly rusty inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components
  5. Fail63,696 miles (+1,509)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,696 miles
    Test number
    726342801214
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly rusty inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components
  6. Pass62,187 miles (+1,549)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,187 miles
    Test number
    590272708929
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
  7. Pass60,638 miles (+2,959)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    60,638 miles
    Test number
    131382199331
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
  8. Pass57,679 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    776096111693
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted obscuring some components
  9. Fail57,679 miles (+1,101)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    890636158978
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and is heavily worn on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted obscuring some components
  10. Pass56,578 miles (+4,584)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    56,578 miles
    Test number
    392936108706
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass51,994 miles (+5,117)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    51,994 miles
    Test number
    960550742464
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bushes on both sides/arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on the edges not within the tested area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both are heavily worn on the inner edges, not within the tested area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  12. Pass46,877 miles (+5,257)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    726323841994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,620 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    41,620 miles
    Test number
    273845821354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,910 miles (+6,439)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    35,910 miles
    Test number
    526171611242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,471 miles (+6,488)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,471 miles
    Test number
    189548995026
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight worn outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has uneven ware pattern
  16. Pass22,983 miles (+5,696)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,983 miles
    Test number
    568897794072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    17,287 miles
    Test number
    885619113141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    967855932105
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
  19. Pass7,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    7,215 miles
    Test number
    667514041138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail7,215 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,215 miles
    Test number
    926254441135
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB08 FWP

Does LB08 FWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FWP is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FWP?
The MOT on LB08 FWP is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FWP done?
LB08 FWP was recorded at 72,385 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,376 miles a year.
Has LB08 FWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FWP has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 FWP 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 FWP find?
LB08 FWP passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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