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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LC08 VWDMOT history

LC08 VWD is a black petrol MINI first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 84,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

LC08 VWD black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,720 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 VWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 VWD was last recorded at 84,720 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,679 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,041 miles
Average per year
4,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,720 miles
  • 2025 – 81,679 miles
  • 2024 – 78,116 miles
  • 2023 – 73,699 miles
  • 2022 – 70,342 miles
  • 2021 – 67,139 miles
  • 2020 – 64,024 miles
  • 2019 – 59,855 miles
  • 2018 – 55,593 miles
  • 2017 – 51,542 miles
  • 2016 – 47,847 miles
  • 2015 – 44,222 miles
  • 2014 – 40,398 miles
  • 2013 – 36,642 miles
  • 2012 – 31,029 miles
  • 2011 – 22,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,720 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45-17 88w (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,720 miles (+3,041)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,720 miles
    Test number
    493558572134
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45-17 88w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass81,679 miles (+3,563)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,679 miles
    Test number
    713127402698
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,116 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    178853619082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,699 miles (+3,357)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    73,699 miles
    Test number
    982561395314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,342 miles (+3,203)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,342 miles
    Test number
    894813016170
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass67,139 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    67,139 miles
    Test number
    289334578177
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inners lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Fail67,139 miles (+3,115)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,139 miles
    Test number
    893747088592
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inners lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  8. Pass64,024 miles (+4,169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    64,024 miles
    Test number
    541172756510
    • 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))

  9. Pass59,855 miles (+4,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    59,855 miles
    Test number
    370097472580
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,593 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,593 miles
    Test number
    164774717556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,542 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    51,542 miles
    Test number
    514812476837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,847 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,847 miles
    Test number
    311845752613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,222 miles (+3,824)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,222 miles
    Test number
    976693005175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,398 miles (+3,756)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,398 miles
    Test number
    207485814454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust deterioated

  15. Pass36,642 miles (+5,613)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,642 miles
    Test number
    107937823189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust deterioted

  16. Pass31,029 miles (+8,392)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,029 miles
    Test number
    159980332136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge and cut in inner side wall

  17. Pass22,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,637 miles
    Test number
    816644521102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 VWD

Does LC08 VWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 VWD is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 VWD?
The MOT on LC08 VWD is valid until 12 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 VWD done?
LC08 VWD was recorded at 84,720 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,169 miles a year.
Has LC08 VWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 VWD has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LC08 VWD 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 VWD find?
LC08 VWD passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: central front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45-17 88w, and 3 more.

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