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Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LB12 ALOMOT history

LB12 ALO is a red diesel MINI first used on 11 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 174,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
174,381 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 ALO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 ALO was last recorded at 174,381 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 24,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,693 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
24,688 miles
Average per year
9,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,381 miles
  • 2025 – 149,693 miles
  • 2024 – 133,886 miles
  • 2023 – 131,467 miles
  • 2022 – 127,132 miles
  • 2021 – 124,059 miles
  • 2020 – 118,267 miles
  • 2019 – 109,527 miles
  • 2018 – 103,296 miles
  • 2017 – 98,378 miles
  • 2016 – 92,839 miles
  • 2015 – 74,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,381 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust heatshield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,381 miles (+24,688)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    174,381 miles
    Test number
    372655624387
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass149,693 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    149,693 miles
    Test number
    897384415106
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail149,691 miles (+15,805)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,691 miles
    Test number
    800300445378
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not releasing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass133,886 miles (+2,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,886 miles
    Test number
    910391663442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass131,467 miles (+4,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,467 miles
    Test number
    851835834241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass127,132 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,132 miles
    Test number
    882735069420
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Fail127,120 miles (+3,061)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,120 miles
    Test number
    616883834832
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass124,059 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,059 miles
    Test number
    660406262536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,056 miles (+5,789)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,056 miles
    Test number
    809435894299
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass118,267 miles (+8,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    118,267 miles
    Test number
    237249574902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass109,527 miles (+6,231)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,527 miles
    Test number
    916671032030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass103,296 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,296 miles
    Test number
    454197967204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,378 miles (+5,539)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,378 miles
    Test number
    887442510784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,839 miles (+18,035)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,839 miles
    Test number
    889073285110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,804 miles
    Test number
    906290245111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB12 ALO

Does LB12 ALO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 ALO is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 ALO?
The MOT on LB12 ALO is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 ALO done?
LB12 ALO was recorded at 174,381 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 9,143 miles a year.
Has LB12 ALO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 ALO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 ALO 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 LB12 ALO find?
LB12 ALO passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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