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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 EBFMOT history

LD08 EBF is a blue petrol MINI first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 59,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LD08 EBF blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,304 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 EBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 EBF was last recorded at 59,304 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,304 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,304 miles
  • 2024 – 58,706 miles
  • 2020 – 58,059 miles
  • 2019 – 57,369 miles
  • 2018 – 55,883 miles
  • 2017 – 55,819 miles
  • 2016 – 52,818 miles
  • 2015 – 50,046 miles
  • 2014 – 47,020 miles
  • 2013 – 44,401 miles
  • 2012 – 38,949 miles
  • 2011 – 32,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,304 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,304 miles
    Test number
    677022524683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail59,304 miles (+598)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,304 miles
    Test number
    865089185125
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass58,706 miles (+647)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    58,706 miles
    Test number
    886273506368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,059 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    58,059 miles
    Test number
    726001951319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail58,032 miles (+663)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,032 miles
    Test number
    436015445974
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass57,369 miles (+1,486)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    57,369 miles
    Test number
    727034492679
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass55,883 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    151763111875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,819 miles (+3,001)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,819 miles
    Test number
    372968848210
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  9. Pass52,818 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,818 miles
    Test number
    382578176999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,046 miles (+3,026)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,046 miles
    Test number
    986818559582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,020 miles (+2,619)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,020 miles
    Test number
    309173564448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,401 miles (+5,452)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,401 miles
    Test number
    476312783272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,949 miles (+6,899)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,949 miles
    Test number
    139231772234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,050 miles (+429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,050 miles
    Test number
    737863281292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Pass31,621 miles (+189)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,621 miles
    Test number
    255988231168
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise inspection of rear brake pads with wheels removed
  16. Fail31,432 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,432 miles
    Test number
    528031431133
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise inspection of rear brake pads with wheels removed

Questions about LD08 EBF

Does LD08 EBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 EBF is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 EBF?
The MOT on LD08 EBF is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 EBF done?
LD08 EBF was recorded at 59,304 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 1,898 miles a year.
Has LD08 EBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 EBF has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 EBF 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 EBF find?
LD08 EBF passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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