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White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LB59 EWJMOT history

LB59 EWJ is a white petrol MINI Cooper first used on 4 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 50,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
50,577 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 EWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 EWJ was last recorded at 50,577 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 4,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,024 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,553 miles
Average per year
3,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,577 miles
  • 2025 – 46,024 miles
  • 2024 – 41,920 miles
  • 2023 – 40,105 miles
  • 2022 – 36,961 miles
  • 2021 – 34,528 miles
  • 2020 – 32,747 miles
  • 2019 – 30,371 miles
  • 2018 – 27,859 miles
  • 2017 – 24,739 miles
  • 2016 – 20,998 miles
  • 2015 – 16,714 miles
  • 2014 – 12,788 miles
  • 2012 – 8,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,577 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    50,577 miles
    Test number
    204193939068
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  2. Fail50,563 miles (+4,539)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,563 miles
    Test number
    470336380444
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  3. Pass46,024 miles (+4,104)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    46,024 miles
    Test number
    771991255408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    41,920 miles
    Test number
    245212957449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail41,920 miles (+1,815)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,920 miles
    Test number
    549942464971
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass40,105 miles (+3,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    40,105 miles
    Test number
    263576285884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass36,961 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    36,961 miles
    Test number
    101770343176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Fail36,961 miles (+2,433)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,961 miles
    Test number
    904515882828
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Pass34,528 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    845145594447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,747 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,747 miles
    Test number
    189385225083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    30,371 miles
    Test number
    227400659568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail30,370 miles (+2,511)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,370 miles
    Test number
    319808498994
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass27,859 miles (+3,120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    27,859 miles
    Test number
    695969780166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBody damage O/S/R bumper

  14. Pass24,739 miles (+3,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    24,739 miles
    Test number
    105105657235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass20,998 miles (+4,284)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    20,998 miles
    Test number
    805506065643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    16,714 miles
    Test number
    577769705074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  17. Fail16,714 miles (+3,926)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,714 miles
    Test number
    739589205004
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  18. Pass12,788 miles (+4,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    12,788 miles
    Test number
    889293604038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail8,572 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,572 miles
    Test number
    439570242330
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass8,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    8,572 miles
    Test number
    986380842325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 EWJ

Does LB59 EWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 EWJ is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 EWJ?
The MOT on LB59 EWJ is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 EWJ done?
LB59 EWJ was recorded at 50,577 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 3,163 miles a year.
Has LB59 EWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 EWJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 EWJ 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 LB59 EWJ find?
LB59 EWJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; fuel cap seal perishing.

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