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Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 VSMMOT history

LB12 VSM is a silver petrol MINI Cooper first used on 24 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,708 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VSM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VSM was last recorded at 80,708 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 3,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,357 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,351 miles
Average per year
5,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,708 miles
  • 2025 – 77,357 miles
  • 2024 – 73,531 miles
  • 2023 – 70,139 miles
  • 2022 – 64,635 miles
  • 2021 – 57,958 miles
  • 2020 – 53,845 miles
  • 2019 – 45,857 miles
  • 2018 – 40,475 miles
  • 2017 – 33,103 miles
  • 2016 – 22,539 miles
  • 2015 – 18,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,708 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2X FRONTS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2X REARS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,708 miles (+3,351)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,708 miles
    Test number
    140753391397
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2X FRONTS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2X REARS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass77,357 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    535714709036
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail77,357 miles (+3,826)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    414226337963
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass73,531 miles (+3,392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    566732340666
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible coupling (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approximately 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass70,139 miles (+5,504)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    70,139 miles
    Test number
    462701220015
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass64,635 miles (+6,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    64,635 miles
    Test number
    343404196413
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass57,958 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    57,958 miles
    Test number
    338989172480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail57,957 miles (+4,112)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,957 miles
    Test number
    155936388882
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass53,845 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    53,845 miles
    Test number
    881191454719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail53,845 miles (+7,988)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,845 miles
    Test number
    943096012589
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,857 miles (+5,382)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,857 miles
    Test number
    633848486442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,475 miles (+7,372)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    40,475 miles
    Test number
    553245124005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,103 miles (+10,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    33,103 miles
    Test number
    356358534914
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass22,539 miles (+4,253)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    22,539 miles
    Test number
    847871011014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,286 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    18,286 miles
    Test number
    209403285463
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly low on tread on inner edges

Questions about LB12 VSM

Does LB12 VSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VSM is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VSM?
The MOT on LB12 VSM is valid until 3 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 VSM done?
LB12 VSM was recorded at 80,708 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,849 miles a year.
Has LB12 VSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VSM has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 VSM 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 VSM find?
LB12 VSM passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2x fronts; n/s/f tyre close to legal limit; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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