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Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LC61 MEVMOT history

LC61 MEV is a blue diesel MINI first used on 20 Feb 2012. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 161,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2025.

LC61 MEV blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2026
Mileage
161,863 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 MEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 MEV was last recorded at 161,863 miles on 14 Jan 2025, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,766 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
10,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,863 miles
  • 2024 – 161,766 miles
  • 2023 – 154,824 miles
  • 2022 – 145,234 miles
  • 2021 – 123,538 miles
  • 2020 – 119,279 miles
  • 2019 – 107,459 miles
  • 2018 – 96,852 miles
  • 2017 – 84,072 miles
  • 2016 – 68,533 miles
  • 2015 – 55,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,863 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff to operate (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryInjector chuffing

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,863 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    161,863 miles
    Test number
    312269959639
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff to operate (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryInjector chuffing

  2. Fail161,863 miles (+97)1 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,863 miles
    Test number
    753893623325
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid part blocked (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated stiff to operate (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryInjector chuffing

  3. Fail161,766 miles (+6,942)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,766 miles
    Test number
    141580000647
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInjector leaking

  4. Pass154,824 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,824 miles
    Test number
    476731571267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail154,818 miles (+9,584)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,818 miles
    Test number
    672421691910
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,234 miles (+11,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    145,234 miles
    Test number
    662015339838
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,222 miles (+10,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    134,222 miles
    Test number
    403348863045
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlight unit brackets broken 2 of 3
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,538 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,538 miles
    Test number
    461110179011
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources X1 (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Latch (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail123,538 miles (+4,259)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,538 miles
    Test number
    422672586259
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources X1 (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Latch (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass119,279 miles (+11,820)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,279 miles
    Test number
    379909030417
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose slightly damaged [bonnet] (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp unit slightly loose

  11. Pass107,459 miles (+10,607)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    591646352982
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass96,852 miles (+12,780)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,852 miles
    Test number
    434084980602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    971518072189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,072 miles (+15,539)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    690423780320
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass68,533 miles (+13,385)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,533 miles
    Test number
    402442432911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,148 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    305956015053
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted on both sides

Questions about LC61 MEV

Does LC61 MEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC61 MEV expired on 13 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC61 MEV?
The MOT on LC61 MEV expired on 13 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC61 MEV done?
LC61 MEV was recorded at 161,863 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2025, an average of 10,676 miles a year.
Has LC61 MEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 MEV has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 MEV 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 MEV find?
LC61 MEV passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2025 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front position lamp insecure; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 9 more.

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