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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 LMYMOT history

LB08 LMY is a red petrol MINI first used on 2 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
102,283 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LMY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LMY was last recorded at 102,283 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,277 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,283 miles
  • 2024 – 89,171 miles
  • 2023 – 78,285 miles
  • 2022 – 68,128 miles
  • 2021 – 67,263 miles
  • 2020 – 66,330 miles
  • 2019 – 64,412 miles
  • 2018 – 61,917 miles
  • 2017 – 58,846 miles
  • 2016 – 55,341 miles
  • 2015 – 51,537 miles
  • 2014 – 48,160 miles
  • 2013 – 44,740 miles
  • 2012 – 41,107 miles
  • 2011 – 27,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,283 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    102,283 miles
    Test number
    804489589388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail102,277 miles (+13,106)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,277 miles
    Test number
    434511635084
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass89,171 miles (+10,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,171 miles
    Test number
    902750580604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass78,285 miles (+10,157)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,285 miles
    Test number
    413112629010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,128 miles (+865)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,128 miles
    Test number
    883335762302
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Very slight. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass67,263 miles (+933)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,263 miles
    Test number
    206752340508
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  7. Pass66,330 miles (+1,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,330 miles
    Test number
    418346501231
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

  8. Pass64,412 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    64,412 miles
    Test number
    315921448315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,917 miles (+3,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,917 miles
    Test number
    887110562679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,846 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,846 miles
    Test number
    747908649501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,834 miles (+3,493)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,834 miles
    Test number
    720118746567
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass55,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,341 miles
    Test number
    998104034462
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear service brake slightly binding on

  13. Fail55,341 miles (+3,804)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,341 miles
    Test number
    860798393566
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear service brake slightly binding on

  14. Pass51,537 miles (+3,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,537 miles
    Test number
    285371495446
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass48,160 miles (+3,420)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,160 miles
    Test number
    985038694141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,740 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,740 miles
    Test number
    355912293184
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass44,740 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,740 miles
    Test number
    555812193113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,107 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,107 miles
    Test number
    965072912256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,679 miles (+12,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,679 miles
    Test number
    848950442161
    • 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)

  20. Fail27,557 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,557 miles
    Test number
    278637761106
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,557 miles
    Test number
    325507561163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 LMY

Does LB08 LMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LMY is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LMY?
The MOT on LB08 LMY is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LMY done?
LB08 LMY was recorded at 102,283 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 5,176 miles a year.
Has LB08 LMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LMY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 LMY 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 LMY find?
LB08 LMY passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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