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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LC61 VFJMOT history

LC61 VFJ is a black diesel MINI first used on 13 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 45,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LC61 VFJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
45,598 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VFJ was last recorded at 45,598 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 3,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,452 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,146 miles
Average per year
3,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,598 miles
  • 2025 – 42,452 miles
  • 2024 – 38,749 miles
  • 2023 – 36,181 miles
  • 2022 – 33,874 miles
  • 2021 – 31,164 miles
  • 2020 – 28,706 miles
  • 2018 – 26,187 miles
  • 2017 – 22,029 miles
  • 2016 – 18,124 miles
  • 2015 – 14,292 miles
  • 2014 – 10,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,598 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,598 miles (+3,146)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    45,598 miles
    Test number
    932839330963
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass42,452 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    42,452 miles
    Test number
    382010187400
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail42,451 miles (+3,702)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,451 miles
    Test number
    425639061895
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass38,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    38,749 miles
    Test number
    846927468273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,748 miles (+2,567)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,748 miles
    Test number
    600631389604
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass36,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    36,181 miles
    Test number
    838996453465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail36,181 miles (+2,307)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,181 miles
    Test number
    829977893934
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass33,874 miles (+2,710)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,874 miles
    Test number
    590481258750
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak, NOTE: Under tray and engine covers fitted, Smell of fuel from engine at time of test, But no leak was found. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass31,164 miles (+2,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    437375969759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass28,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    28,706 miles
    Test number
    705833155744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,706 miles (+2,519)3 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,706 miles
    Test number
    149969033486
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Recommned replacing ASAP (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Recommend replacing ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system: indication a fault

  12. Pass26,187 miles (+4,158)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    26,187 miles
    Test number
    210547176478
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass22,029 miles (+3,905)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    22,029 miles
    Test number
    563033711050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,124 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    18,124 miles
    Test number
    598658498811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,292 miles (+3,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    14,292 miles
    Test number
    435920803130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass10,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    10,468 miles
    Test number
    655291954394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail10,468 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,468 miles
    Test number
    888321754376
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about LC61 VFJ

Does LC61 VFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VFJ is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VFJ?
The MOT on LC61 VFJ is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VFJ done?
LC61 VFJ was recorded at 45,598 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 3,156 miles a year.
Has LC61 VFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VFJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 VFJ 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 VFJ find?
LC61 VFJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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