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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 RTUMOT history

LB08 RTU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 90,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
90,758 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 RTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 RTU was last recorded at 90,758 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 5,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,357 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5,401 miles
Average per year
5,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,758 miles
  • 2025 – 85,357 miles
  • 2024 – 81,829 miles
  • 2023 – 73,973 miles
  • 2022 – 69,824 miles
  • 2020 – 66,460 miles
  • 2019 – 62,891 miles
  • 2018 – 58,394 miles
  • 2017 – 53,752 miles
  • 2016 – 50,394 miles
  • 2015 – 47,008 miles
  • 2014 – 39,455 miles
  • 2013 – 34,527 miles
  • 2012 – 22,172 miles
  • 2011 – 12,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,758 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,758 miles (+5,401)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,758 miles
    Test number
    673907684204
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass85,357 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,357 miles
    Test number
    123602952415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail85,278 miles (+3,449)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,278 miles
    Test number
    367231044945
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs show corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,829 miles (+7,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,829 miles
    Test number
    289293371956
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass73,973 miles (+4,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    73,973 miles
    Test number
    876986004541
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust silencer deteriorating and has slight leak

  6. Pass69,824 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,824 miles
    Test number
    214635990881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,460 miles (+3,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    175900452940
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,891 miles (+4,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,891 miles
    Test number
    695762649628
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer skin deteriorated

  9. Pass58,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    166039074309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,394 miles (+4,642)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    765640663870
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass53,752 miles (+3,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,752 miles
    Test number
    826768627798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass50,394 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,394 miles
    Test number
    168385106796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,008 miles (+7,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,008 miles
    Test number
    839984440892
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration on exhaust

  14. Pass39,455 miles (+4,928)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,455 miles
    Test number
    579950724141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,527 miles
    Test number
    186885233150
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail34,527 miles (+12,355)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,527 miles
    Test number
    678555233141
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass22,172 miles (+9,294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,172 miles
    Test number
    709944582118
    • NoteNear side & off side rear tyres wearing inner edges

  18. Pass12,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    12,878 miles
    Test number
    858286181128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail12,878 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,878 miles
    Test number
    388296481155
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs are lipped

Questions about LB08 RTU

Does LB08 RTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 RTU is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 RTU?
The MOT on LB08 RTU is valid until 6 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 RTU done?
LB08 RTU was recorded at 90,758 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 5,098 miles a year.
Has LB08 RTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 RTU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 RTU 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 RTU find?
LB08 RTU failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect: offside front inner tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure.

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