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Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

LB59 NWJMOT history

LB59 NWJ is a red petrol MINI first used on 19 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2025
Mileage
143,968 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 NWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB59 NWJ was last recorded at 143,968 miles on 22 Apr 2025, 11,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,609 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
11,359 miles
Average per year
9,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,968 miles
  • 2024 – 132,609 miles
  • 2023 – 120,447 miles
  • 2022 – 114,683 miles
  • 2021 – 107,169 miles
  • 2020 – 107,024 miles
  • 2019 – 100,609 miles
  • 2018 – 97,462 miles
  • 2017 – 84,692 miles
  • 2016 – 67,086 miles
  • 2015 – 55,119 miles
  • 2014 – 43,536 miles
  • 2013 – 30,140 miles
  • 2012 – 29,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,968 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,968 miles (+11,359)1 dangerous3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,968 miles
    Test number
    811592946591
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass132,609 miles (+12,162)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,609 miles
    Test number
    610845598170
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,447 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,447 miles
    Test number
    964833340602
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail120,446 miles (+5,763)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,446 miles
    Test number
    501909698041
    • 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))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass114,683 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    114,683 miles
    Test number
    132919905652
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear jacking block missing

  6. Fail114,662 miles (+7,493)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,662 miles
    Test number
    464247445183
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and below 1.6mm 175/65 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advise replacement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear jack point missing

  7. Pass107,169 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    107,169 miles
    Test number
    394178796091
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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. Fail107,102 miles (+45)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,102 miles
    Test number
    670650480789
    • MajorEmissions not tested Coolant leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail107,057 miles (+33)1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,057 miles
    Test number
    893295717047
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail107,024 miles (+6,415)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,024 miles
    Test number
    853535040494
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak back of engine
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass100,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,609 miles
    Test number
    337450129718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,609 miles (+3,147)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,609 miles
    Test number
    738797935039
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass97,462 miles (+2,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,462 miles
    Test number
    527016041800
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.32 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail94,759 miles (+10,067)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,759 miles
    Test number
    257161846880
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.32 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass84,692 miles (+17,606)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,692 miles
    Test number
    851093009267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,086 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,086 miles
    Test number
    286288953267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,085 miles (+11,966)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,085 miles
    Test number
    643536818639
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outer shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTwo litres oil added to engine unit as no oil visible on dipstick
    • AdvisoryVehicle struggles to pass the emission test

  18. Pass55,119 miles (+11,583)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,119 miles
    Test number
    915612695183
    • Note10mm stone chip in zone 'A' of front screen
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outer shoulder and close to legal minimum
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc worn and pitted with reduced contact area

  19. Pass43,536 miles (+13,396)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,536 miles
    Test number
    505076584152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight age related perishing in sidewalls

  20. Pass30,140 miles (+657)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,140 miles
    Test number
    207353293444
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUnderbody covers fitted

  21. Fail29,483 miles2 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,483 miles
    Test number
    248852432352
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil levle below min

  22. Pass29,483 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,483 miles
    Test number
    685862132377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil levle below min

Questions about LB59 NWJ

Does LB59 NWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 NWJ expired on 28 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 NWJ?
The MOT on LB59 NWJ expired on 28 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 NWJ done?
LB59 NWJ was recorded at 143,968 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2025, an average of 9,233 miles a year.
Has LB59 NWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 NWJ has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 NWJ 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 NWJ find?
LB59 NWJ failed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 5 more.

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