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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 VZVMOT history

LB08 VZV is a black petrol MINI first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 50,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
50,640 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VZV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VZV was last recorded at 50,640 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 3,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,847 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,793 miles
Average per year
2,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 50,640 miles
  • 2024 – 46,847 miles
  • 2023 – 41,580 miles
  • 2022 – 40,109 miles
  • 2021 – 38,483 miles
  • 2020 – 36,113 miles
  • 2019 – 33,704 miles
  • 2018 – 29,609 miles
  • 2017 – 26,820 miles
  • 2016 – 23,674 miles
  • 2015 – 21,462 miles
  • 2014 – 18,346 miles
  • 2013 – 15,219 miles
  • 2012 – 12,815 miles
  • 2011 – 10,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,640 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,640 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    50,640 miles
    Test number
    504291377017
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking

  2. Fail50,640 miles (+3,793)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,640 miles
    Test number
    727376903071
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking

  3. Pass46,847 miles (+5,267)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    46,847 miles
    Test number
    375942186393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,580 miles (+1,471)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    41,580 miles
    Test number
    805033776485
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass40,109 miles (+1,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,109 miles
    Test number
    487593145989
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass38,483 miles (+2,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    38,483 miles
    Test number
    884138373832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass36,113 miles (+2,409)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,113 miles
    Test number
    419945387213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass33,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    33,704 miles
    Test number
    711531264367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail33,704 miles (+4,095)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,704 miles
    Test number
    424488564054
    • DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass29,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    29,609 miles
    Test number
    461308103178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail29,609 miles (+2,789)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,609 miles
    Test number
    734079308584
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass26,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    26,820 miles
    Test number
    236419731109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,820 miles (+3,146)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,820 miles
    Test number
    268466105286
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  14. Pass23,674 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    23,674 miles
    Test number
    962574558940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,462 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    21,462 miles
    Test number
    636044105296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,459 miles (+3,113)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,459 miles
    Test number
    845103805211
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass18,346 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,346 miles
    Test number
    777652184111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,219 miles (+2,404)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    15,219 miles
    Test number
    188184403209
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass12,815 miles (+2,742)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    12,815 miles
    Test number
    578610702288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,073 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    10,073 miles
    Test number
    335690201449
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LB08 VZV

Does LB08 VZV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VZV is valid until 16 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VZV?
The MOT on LB08 VZV is valid until 16 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VZV done?
LB08 VZV was recorded at 50,640 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 2,847 miles a year.
Has LB08 VZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VZV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 VZV 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 VZV find?
LB08 VZV passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; fuel cap sealing ring cracking.

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