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MINI (R58)

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LC61 BUFMOT history

LC61 BUF is a red diesel MINI (R58) first used on 6 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 55,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LC61 BUF red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
55,410 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 BUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R58)
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
6 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 BUF was last recorded at 55,410 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,701 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,709 miles
Average per year
3,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,410 miles
  • 2024 – 53,701 miles
  • 2023 – 51,791 miles
  • 2022 – 48,099 miles
  • 2020 – 47,747 miles
  • 2019 – 46,044 miles
  • 2018 – 39,635 miles
  • 2017 – 32,467 miles
  • 2016 – 24,259 miles
  • 2015 – 16,933 miles
  • 2014 – 11,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,410 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front side lamp condensation inside lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked and tread cuts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,410 miles (+1,709)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    55,410 miles
    Test number
    480251815314
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass53,701 miles (+1,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    53,701 miles
    Test number
    123888636636
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass51,791 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    51,791 miles
    Test number
    508645136545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side lamp condensation inside lamp

  4. Fail51,791 miles (+3,692)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,791 miles
    Test number
    514388881741
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working full of water (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side lamp condensation inside lamp
    • AdvisoryHalf reverse lamp working os inop

  5. Pass48,099 miles (+352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    48,099 miles
    Test number
    175026513327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass47,747 miles (+1,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    896324442006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S AND O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S AND O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass46,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,044 miles
    Test number
    158282514747
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail46,043 miles (+6,408)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,043 miles
    Test number
    517535004879
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass39,635 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    39,635 miles
    Test number
    801866006997
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked and tread cuts

  10. Fail39,628 miles (+7,161)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,628 miles
    Test number
    546222697694
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked and tread cuts

  11. Pass32,467 miles (+8,208)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,467 miles
    Test number
    535551603326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slight bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

  12. Pass24,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    24,259 miles
    Test number
    179659907793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail24,259 miles (+7,326)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,259 miles
    Test number
    636141530267
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass16,933 miles (+5,924)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    16,933 miles
    Test number
    413780406364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    11,009 miles
    Test number
    679094194263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 BUF

Does LC61 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 BUF is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 BUF?
The MOT on LC61 BUF is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 BUF done?
LC61 BUF was recorded at 55,410 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 3,999 miles a year.
Has LC61 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 BUF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LC61 BUF 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 LC61 BUF find?
LC61 BUF passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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