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Green · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LB09 LYWMOT history

LB09 LYW is a green diesel MINI first used on 17 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2025
Mileage
149,964 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB09 LYW was last recorded at 149,964 miles on 10 Sept 2025, 8,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,544 miles · 16 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
8,420 miles
Average per year
8,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,964 miles
  • 2024 – 141,544 miles
  • 2023 – 132,275 miles
  • 2022 – 123,671 miles
  • 2021 – 113,692 miles
  • 2020 – 104,947 miles
  • 2019 – 96,054 miles
  • 2018 – 86,799 miles
  • 2017 – 82,849 miles
  • 2016 – 71,749 miles
  • 2015 – 60,903 miles
  • 2014 – 50,915 miles
  • 2013 – 48,561 miles
  • 2012 – 31,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,964 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,964 miles (+8,420)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,964 miles
    Test number
    130820990811
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    141,544 miles
    Test number
    140439581559
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail141,544 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,544 miles
    Test number
    759740644310
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail141,544 miles (+9,269)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,544 miles
    Test number
    217748179978
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass132,275 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,275 miles
    Test number
    326400196173
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear indicator insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light trim missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level high

  6. Fail132,275 miles (+8,604)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,275 miles
    Test number
    786774936267
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear indicator insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light trim missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level high

  7. Pass123,671 miles (+9,979)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,671 miles
    Test number
    187177053047
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear jacking point blocks missing
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion present
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted

  8. Pass113,692 miles (+8,745)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,692 miles
    Test number
    711585960497
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting/bearing splitting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn away on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake backing plate corroding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting/bearing splitting. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass104,947 miles (+8,893)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,947 miles
    Test number
    868786622364
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower under trays obscuring components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracking/perished. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracking/perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  10. Pass96,054 miles (+9,255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    755402756757
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring components

  11. Pass86,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,799 miles
    Test number
    165763930019
    • AdvisoryClutch hydraulic pipe to slave cylinder badly corroded.

  12. Fail86,799 miles (+3,950)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,799 miles
    Test number
    326177373573
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre tread feathered
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre tread feathered
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryClutch hydraulic pipe to slave cylinder badly corroded.

  13. Pass82,849 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    562257303384
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working unsure if connected
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted preventing access to components

  14. Fail82,849 miles (+11,100)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    566214250139
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working unsure if connected
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted preventing access to components

  15. Pass71,749 miles (+167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,749 miles
    Test number
    902019473773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  16. Fail71,582 miles (+10,679)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,582 miles
    Test number
    469450666147
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  17. Pass60,903 miles (+44)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,903 miles
    Test number
    349206905291
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight bind on offside front brake
    • NoteSlight play in both rear antiroll bar bushes

  18. Fail60,859 miles (+9,944)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,859 miles
    Test number
    519043605274
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight bind on offside front brake
    • NoteSlight play in both rear antiroll bar bushes

  19. Pass50,915 miles (+2,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,915 miles
    Test number
    619905894122
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass48,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,561 miles
    Test number
    236627203250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,561 miles (+17,353)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,561 miles
    Test number
    836477403202
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  22. Pass31,208 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,208 miles
    Test number
    457373262193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Fail31,206 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    176739252196
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

Questions about LB09 LYW

Does LB09 LYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 LYW expired on 15 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LYW?
The MOT on LB09 LYW expired on 15 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 LYW done?
LB09 LYW was recorded at 149,964 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2025, an average of 8,957 miles a year.
Has LB09 LYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LYW has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 LYW 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 LB09 LYW find?
LB09 LYW failed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2025 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 6 more.

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