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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LC08 GVRMOT history

LC08 GVR is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 26 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 54,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LC08 GVR black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,945 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 GVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 GVR was last recorded at 54,945 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,942 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,945 miles
  • 2024 – 52,750 miles
  • 2023 – 48,461 miles
  • 2022 – 43,901 miles
  • 2021 – 39,680 miles
  • 2020 – 34,547 miles
  • 2019 – 24,162 miles
  • 2017 – 23,274 miles
  • 2016 – 19,302 miles
  • 2015 – 16,152 miles
  • 2014 – 13,736 miles
  • 2013 – 11,995 miles
  • 2012 – 10,347 miles
  • 2011 – 7,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,945 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,945 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,945 miles
    Test number
    827399550990
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail54,942 miles (+2,192)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,942 miles
    Test number
    859373792887
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light not working

  3. Pass52,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    52,750 miles
    Test number
    625177575676
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail52,750 miles (+4,289)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,750 miles
    Test number
    934543643117
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass48,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    48,461 miles
    Test number
    540398902552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail48,461 miles (+4,560)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,461 miles
    Test number
    589436207161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass43,901 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    43,901 miles
    Test number
    409307393233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail43,899 miles (+7)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,899 miles
    Test number
    272943659050
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail43,892 miles (+4,212)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,892 miles
    Test number
    453665780969
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak suspect shock broken as extended travel when jacked up (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering pipes wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive signs of water leaking front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass39,680 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    764821405072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,502 miles (+4,955)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,502 miles
    Test number
    665136168729
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass34,547 miles (+10,385)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    34,547 miles
    Test number
    799500468707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    24,162 miles
    Test number
    692741041783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,162 miles (+888)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,162 miles
    Test number
    830894881285
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass23,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,274 miles
    Test number
    364250616421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail23,271 miles (+3,969)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,271 miles
    Test number
    821373595795
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  17. Pass19,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    19,302 miles
    Test number
    992870604258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,302 miles (+3,150)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,302 miles
    Test number
    342993879707
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass16,152 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    16,152 miles
    Test number
    158039571931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,736 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    13,736 miles
    Test number
    316952374213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,995 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    11,995 miles
    Test number
    515610063258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,347 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    10,347 miles
    Test number
    428286052207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    7,307 miles
    Test number
    797554881053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 GVR

Does LC08 GVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 GVR is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 GVR?
The MOT on LC08 GVR is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 GVR done?
LC08 GVR was recorded at 54,945 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,162 miles a year.
Has LC08 GVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 GVR has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 GVR 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 GVR find?
LC08 GVR passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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