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Silver and Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LD08 CAXMOT history

LD08 CAX is a silver and black diesel MINI first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2025.

LD08 CAX silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2026
Mileage
115,136 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 CAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 CAX was last recorded at 115,136 miles on 28 Feb 2025, 691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,445 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
691 miles
Average per year
5,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,136 miles
  • 2023 – 99,643 miles
  • 2019 – 93,830 miles
  • 2018 – 88,332 miles
  • 2017 – 82,750 miles
  • 2016 – 76,631 miles
  • 2015 – 73,478 miles
  • 2014 – 67,466 miles
  • 2013 – 62,428 miles
  • 2012 – 54,741 miles
  • 2011 – 41,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,136 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame 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 Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear brake pad level warning sensor is detatched (!)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF arm bushes worn and have slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • TPS and brake pad warning lamp illuminated (although has new pads fitted to rear, the wear sensor is not attached)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,136 miles (+691)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    115,136 miles
    Test number
    911409710712
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  2. Fail114,445 miles (+14,802)1 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    424007140626
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened n/s and o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn marked yellow joint on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure crash bar corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  3. Pass99,643 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,643 miles
    Test number
    232928849472
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad level warning sensor is detatched (!)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF arm bushes worn and have slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPS and brake pad warning lamp illuminated (although has new pads fitted to rear, the wear sensor is not attached)
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE COATED

  4. Fail99,639 miles (+5,809)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,639 miles
    Test number
    615738873958
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working NSF and OSF (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed!!! (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad level warning sensor is detatched (!)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF arm bushes worn and have slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPS and brake pad warning lamp illuminated (although has new pads fitted to rear, the wear sensor is not attached)

  5. Pass93,830 miles (+5,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,830 miles
    Test number
    355408242656
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake pad wear indicator wire not connected to brake pad

  6. Pass88,332 miles (+5,582)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,332 miles
    Test number
    869491567715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,750 miles (+6,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    649211713327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass76,631 miles (+3,153)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,631 miles
    Test number
    738575017823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass73,478 miles (+6,012)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,478 miles
    Test number
    459100995004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,466 miles (+5,038)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,466 miles
    Test number
    729067084078
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass62,428 miles (+7,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,428 miles
    Test number
    387757973000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass54,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,741 miles
    Test number
    489554452097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,741 miles (+13,504)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,741 miles
    Test number
    949003652093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail41,237 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,237 miles
    Test number
    327142251005
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass41,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,237 miles
    Test number
    488762551055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 CAX

Does LD08 CAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 CAX expired on 27 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 CAX?
The MOT on LD08 CAX expired on 27 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 CAX done?
LD08 CAX was recorded at 115,136 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2025, an average of 5,271 miles a year.
Has LD08 CAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 CAX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 CAX 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 LD08 CAX find?
LD08 CAX passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2025 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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