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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LC08 MXPMOT history

LC08 MXP is a blue petrol MINI first used on 7 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,288 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 MXP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 MXP was last recorded at 89,288 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 10,287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,001 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,287 miles
Average per year
4,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,288 miles
  • 2025 – 79,001 miles
  • 2024 – 78,098 miles
  • 2023 – 74,604 miles
  • 2022 – 73,805 miles
  • 2021 – 69,287 miles
  • 2019 – 65,999 miles
  • 2018 – 60,933 miles
  • 2017 – 56,752 miles
  • 2016 – 54,511 miles
  • 2015 – 50,380 miles
  • 2014 – 41,047 miles
  • 2013 – 32,430 miles
  • 2012 – 25,936 miles
  • 2011 – 23,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,288 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,288 miles (+10,287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,288 miles
    Test number
    573654807984
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass79,001 miles (+903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,001 miles
    Test number
    735061389479
    • AdvisoryUnderside and all Suspension coated underseal

  3. Pass78,098 miles (+3,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,098 miles
    Test number
    891983211653
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass74,604 miles (+799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,604 miles
    Test number
    978262668684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened warped , (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass73,805 miles (+4,518)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,805 miles
    Test number
    507232940093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,287 miles (+3,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,287 miles
    Test number
    429115155931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass65,999 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,999 miles
    Test number
    345369078287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,933 miles (+4,181)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,933 miles
    Test number
    254428671401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,752 miles (+288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,752 miles
    Test number
    325162756171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass56,464 miles (+1,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    583174901879
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass54,511 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,511 miles
    Test number
    184279460740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,380 miles (+9,333)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,380 miles
    Test number
    218352155424
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNO COOLANT IN BOTTLE TOPPED UP 2 LITRES OF WATER ONLY
    • NoteNO OIL ON DIPSTICK 1 LITRE ADDED

  13. Pass41,047 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,047 miles
    Test number
    118056444197
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail41,047 miles (+8,617)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,047 miles
    Test number
    727066944157
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass32,430 miles (+6,494)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,430 miles
    Test number
    139840443129
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre has a deep cut, within VOSA pass standards
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass25,936 miles (+2,715)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,936 miles
    Test number
    465564242116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,221 miles
    Test number
    698409251127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 MXP

Does LC08 MXP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 MXP is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 MXP?
The MOT on LC08 MXP is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 MXP done?
LC08 MXP was recorded at 89,288 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 4,523 miles a year.
Has LC08 MXP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 MXP has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2014.
Has the mileage on LC08 MXP 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 MXP find?
LC08 MXP passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; front oil leak, but not excessive engine; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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