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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LC08 OSKMOT history

LC08 OSK is a red petrol MINI first used on 6 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 102,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LC08 OSK red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,244 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LC08 OSK was last recorded at 102,244 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 4,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,610 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,634 miles
Average per year
4,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,244 miles
  • 2025 – 97,610 miles
  • 2024 – 87,645 miles
  • 2023 – 85,334 miles
  • 2022 – 83,046 miles
  • 2020 – 81,499 miles
  • 2019 – 77,065 miles
  • 2016 – 66,505 miles
  • 2015 – 64,849 miles
  • 2013 – 50,638 miles
  • 2011 – 32,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,244 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,244 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,244 miles
    Test number
    681602154946
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail102,244 miles (+4,634)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,244 miles
    Test number
    322656102173
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,610 miles (+9,965)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,610 miles
    Test number
    232266634989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,645 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,645 miles
    Test number
    878487443195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,611 miles (+2,277)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    490555132840
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass85,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    85,334 miles
    Test number
    985918536932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,330 miles (+2,284)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,330 miles
    Test number
    792205250275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass83,046 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,046 miles
    Test number
    804042320759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail83,040 miles (+1,541)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,040 miles
    Test number
    751766119836
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass81,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    610983087437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,499 miles (+4,434)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    176174800666
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass77,065 miles (+10,560)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,065 miles
    Test number
    913007291426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,505 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,505 miles
    Test number
    146412408707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,297 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,297 miles
    Test number
    384638698672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,849 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,849 miles
    Test number
    368017905050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust Rubbers On Rear Silencer Perished

  16. Fail64,849 miles (+14,211)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,849 miles
    Test number
    949067605051
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust Rubbers On Rear Silencer Perished

  17. Pass50,638 miles (+17,660)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    385722893003
    • NoteOil leak on gearbox

  18. Pass32,978 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,978 miles
    Test number
    925773451137
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant radiator leak

Questions about LC08 OSK

Does LC08 OSK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 OSK is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 OSK?
The MOT on LC08 OSK is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 OSK done?
LC08 OSK was recorded at 102,244 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,568 miles a year.
Has LC08 OSK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 OSK has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 OSK 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 OSK find?
LC08 OSK passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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