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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 HLDMOT history

LB08 HLD is a blue petrol MINI first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
111,845 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 HLD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 HLD was last recorded at 111,845 miles on 29 May 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,841 miles · 5 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,845 miles
  • 2024 – 110,402 miles
  • 2023 – 108,455 miles
  • 2022 – 106,658 miles
  • 2021 – 104,350 miles
  • 2020 – 99,035 miles
  • 2019 – 91,710 miles
  • 2018 – 77,847 miles
  • 2016 – 56,672 miles
  • 2015 – 40,311 miles
  • 2014 – 37,294 miles
  • 2013 – 33,916 miles
  • 2012 – 27,163 miles
  • 2011 – 22,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,845 miles
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device cracking
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,845 miles (+4)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,845 miles
    Test number
    424060571654
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device cracking
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail111,841 miles (+1,439)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,841 miles
    Test number
    252073632620
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s/f+n/s/f (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f+n/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine+transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/r+n/s/r casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,402 miles (+1,947)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    110,402 miles
    Test number
    919387661921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass108,455 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,455 miles
    Test number
    594461592221
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail108,454 miles (+1,796)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,454 miles
    Test number
    611189390888
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middlebox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass106,658 miles (+2,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    106,658 miles
    Test number
    595951840480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass104,350 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,350 miles
    Test number
    790651390860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,035 miles (+7,325)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2021
    Odometer
    99,035 miles
    Test number
    242334623311
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot not openeing, latched and secured
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted covering components
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad wear indicator damaged

  9. Pass91,710 miles (+13,863)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,710 miles
    Test number
    491443777563
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,847 miles (+21,175)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,847 miles
    Test number
    186708279633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,672 miles (+16,361)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,672 miles
    Test number
    639350815790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,311 miles (+3,017)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,311 miles
    Test number
    976546215241
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass37,294 miles (+3,378)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,294 miles
    Test number
    488220514277
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass33,916 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,916 miles
    Test number
    479119213298
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail33,916 miles (+6,753)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,916 miles
    Test number
    988279613230
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass27,163 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,163 miles
    Test number
    229777202222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,842 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,842 miles
    Test number
    667564321219
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass22,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    22,842 miles
    Test number
    996604521253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 HLD

Does LB08 HLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 HLD expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 HLD?
The MOT on LB08 HLD expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 HLD done?
LB08 HLD was recorded at 111,845 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 6,451 miles a year.
Has LB08 HLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 HLD has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 HLD 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 HLD find?
LB08 HLD failed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with 2 major defects and 15 advisories: front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; offside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; fuel cap/sealing device cracking, and 14 more.

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