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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LB59 HFUMOT history

LB59 HFU is a black petrol MINI first used on 21 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 78,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,870 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 HFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 HFU was last recorded at 78,870 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 3,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Dec 2013: 3,000 miles, lower than 27,724 miles on 20 Dec 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
74,980 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,890 miles
Average per year
3,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,870 miles
  • 2025 – 74,980 miles
  • 2024 – 69,102 miles
  • 2023 – 66,561 miles
  • 2022 – 61,682 miles
  • 2021 – 56,672 miles
  • 2020 – 54,751 miles
  • 2019 – 52,607 miles
  • 2018 – 50,859 miles
  • 2017 – 48,534 miles
  • 2016 – 44,311 miles
  • 2015 – 42,992 miles
  • 2014 – 38,236 miles
  • 2013 – 3,000 miles
  • 2012 – 27,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,870 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,870 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,870 miles
    Test number
    504787219067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,980 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,980 miles
    Test number
    361188127715
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail74,973 miles (+5,871)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,973 miles
    Test number
    183497259192
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass69,102 miles (+2,541)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    993538175374
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass66,561 miles (+4,879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,561 miles
    Test number
    353627523594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass61,682 miles (+231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,682 miles
    Test number
    747237409449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail61,451 miles (+4,779)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    699695471475
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and screw in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre screw
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass56,672 miles (+1,921)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    56,672 miles
    Test number
    866567050708
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass54,751 miles (+2,144)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    54,751 miles
    Test number
    769735918094
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Pass52,607 miles (+1,748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,607 miles
    Test number
    366504260518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection underside
  11. Pass50,859 miles (+2,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,859 miles
    Test number
    971970468861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also cracked/perished (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass48,534 miles (+4,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,534 miles
    Test number
    150804037468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and passenger rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension subframes slightly corroded
  13. Pass44,311 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,311 miles
    Test number
    620879944463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,992 miles (+4,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,992 miles
    Test number
    271816636099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass38,236 miles (+35,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    38,236 miles
    Test number
    958482254320
    • 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)
  16. Pass3,000 miles (-24,724)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    3,000 miles
    Test number
    495876843473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,724 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,724 miles
    Test number
    715445452340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB59 HFU

Does LB59 HFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 HFU is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 HFU?
The MOT on LB59 HFU is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 HFU done?
LB59 HFU was recorded at 78,870 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 3,892 miles a year.
Has LB59 HFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 HFU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 HFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB59 HFU find?
LB59 HFU passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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