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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LC08 CSUMOT history

LC08 CSU is a black petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 162,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2025.

LC08 CSU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
162,041 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 CSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC08 CSU was last recorded at 162,041 miles on 6 Mar 2025, 4,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,908 miles · 5 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4,133 miles
Average per year
8,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,041 miles
  • 2024 – 157,908 miles
  • 2022 – 149,750 miles
  • 2021 – 139,257 miles
  • 2020 – 128,875 miles
  • 2019 – 127,452 miles
  • 2017 – 121,923 miles
  • 2016 – 114,331 miles
  • 2015 – 104,901 miles
  • 2014 – 84,524 miles
  • 2013 – 66,944 miles
  • 2012 – 58,277 miles
  • 2011 – 49,405 miles
  • 2010 – 42,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,041 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,041 miles (+4,133)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,041 miles
    Test number
    308097089563
    • 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 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass157,908 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    157,908 miles
    Test number
    109880271446
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail157,812 miles (+8,062)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,812 miles
    Test number
    873515352733
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass149,750 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    149,750 miles
    Test number
    324806905843
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail149,750 miles (+111)4 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,750 miles
    Test number
    658026315958
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail149,639 miles (+10,382)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,639 miles
    Test number
    258191719641
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,257 miles (+10,382)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,257 miles
    Test number
    546136336759
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,875 miles (+1,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    128,875 miles
    Test number
    464162511712
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass127,452 miles (+5,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    127,452 miles
    Test number
    613360839966
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass121,923 miles (+7,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    121,923 miles
    Test number
    580915427571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass114,331 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    114,331 miles
    Test number
    287108635770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,329 miles (+9,428)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,329 miles
    Test number
    627432658579
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight brake bind

  13. Pass104,901 miles (+20,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    104,901 miles
    Test number
    547746615218
    • 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)

  14. Pass84,524 miles (+17,580)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    84,524 miles
    Test number
    137847704218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,944 miles (+8,667)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,944 miles
    Test number
    565750703279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,277 miles (+8,872)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,277 miles
    Test number
    816364992152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,405 miles
    Test number
    226114791175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,405 miles (+6,616)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,405 miles
    Test number
    869134191176
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  19. Pass42,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    42,789 miles
    Test number
    373851620212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 CSU

Does LC08 CSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 CSU expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 CSU?
The MOT on LC08 CSU expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 CSU done?
LC08 CSU was recorded at 162,041 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2025, an average of 8,183 miles a year.
Has LC08 CSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 CSU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LC08 CSU 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 LC08 CSU find?
LC08 CSU failed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 9 more.

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