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Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB61 BCVMOT history

LB61 BCV is a blue petrol MINI first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2022 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 113,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2022
Mileage
113,402 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2023
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 BCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB61 BCV was last recorded at 113,402 miles on 10 Mar 2023, 6,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,342 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,060 miles
Average per year
10,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,402 miles
  • 2021 – 107,342 miles
  • 2020 – 101,897 miles
  • 2019 – 92,237 miles
  • 2018 – 82,916 miles
  • 2017 – 71,133 miles
  • 2016 – 38,829 miles
  • 2015 – 28,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,402 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • 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))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear tyre has nail in it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,402 miles (+6,060)1 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,402 miles
    Test number
    416290796842
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass107,342 miles (+5,445)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,342 miles
    Test number
    882345455523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,897 miles
    Test number
    446277118644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,897 miles (+9,660)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,897 miles
    Test number
    490861992310
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass92,237 miles (+9,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,237 miles
    Test number
    721878089150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass82,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,916 miles
    Test number
    155728936264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in it
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail82,916 miles (+4,733)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,916 miles
    Test number
    128058826938
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in it
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass78,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    109641245022
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  9. Fail78,183 miles (+7,050)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,183 miles
    Test number
    481502203302
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass71,133 miles (+32,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,133 miles
    Test number
    671195309159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass38,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    38,829 miles
    Test number
    734903224970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,829 miles (+9,882)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,829 miles
    Test number
    209646755750
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (8.2.2)
  13. Pass28,947 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,947 miles
    Test number
    115623215451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front & offside front brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Questions about LB61 BCV

Does LB61 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB61 BCV expired on 4 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB61 BCV?
The MOT on LB61 BCV expired on 4 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB61 BCV done?
LB61 BCV was recorded at 113,402 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2023, an average of 10,358 miles a year.
Has LB61 BCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 BCV has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB61 BCV 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 LB61 BCV find?
LB61 BCV failed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 5 more.

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