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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB57 ECFMOT history

LB57 ECF is a black petrol MINI first used on 4 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
90,462 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 ECF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB57 ECF was last recorded at 90,462 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,458 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,462 miles
  • 2025 – 80,250 miles
  • 2024 – 80,220 miles
  • 2023 – 71,609 miles
  • 2022 – 67,645 miles
  • 2021 – 63,250 miles
  • 2020 – 60,655 miles
  • 2019 – 56,941 miles
  • 2018 – 54,564 miles
  • 2017 – 51,820 miles
  • 2016 – 47,216 miles
  • 2015 – 40,080 miles
  • 2014 – 33,205 miles
  • 2013 – 26,371 miles
  • 2012 – 18,653 miles
  • 2011 – 12,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,462 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,462 miles (+4)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    270104089595
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail90,458 miles (+10,208)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,458 miles
    Test number
    423766890117
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass80,250 miles (+17)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    80,250 miles
    Test number
    211686443667
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,233 miles (+13)5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,233 miles
    Test number
    828895572123
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail80,220 miles (+8,611)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,220 miles
    Test number
    180829785376
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,609 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    71,609 miles
    Test number
    283145279977
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail71,588 miles (+47)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,588 miles
    Test number
    436724262932
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail71,541 miles (+3,896)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,541 miles
    Test number
    998186455858
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  9. Pass67,645 miles (+4,395)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,645 miles
    Test number
    396791677267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,250 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,250 miles
    Test number
    387383316677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,655 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    395749546602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    645102333843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,941 miles (+2,377)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    727880321101
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  14. Pass54,564 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,564 miles
    Test number
    858459760633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,820 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    51,820 miles
    Test number
    315293228995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,216 miles (+7,136)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    47,216 miles
    Test number
    557757940528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,080 miles (+6,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,080 miles
    Test number
    552226594354
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  18. Pass33,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,205 miles
    Test number
    465364844336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,204 miles (+6,833)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,204 miles
    Test number
    449054944324
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges.

  20. Pass26,371 miles (+7,718)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,371 miles
    Test number
    626981253376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,653 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    18,653 miles
    Test number
    969753252105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,229 miles
    Test number
    668614351101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail12,229 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,229 miles
    Test number
    897654551170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB57 ECF

Does LB57 ECF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 ECF expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 ECF?
The MOT on LB57 ECF expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 ECF done?
LB57 ECF was recorded at 90,462 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 5,292 miles a year.
Has LB57 ECF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 ECF has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 ECF 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 LB57 ECF find?
LB57 ECF failed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning; offside rear upper position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 8 more.

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