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Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LD08 NVZMOT history

LD08 NVZ is a red diesel MINI Cooper first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 160,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

LD08 NVZ red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2024
Mileage
160,276 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 NVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 NVZ was last recorded at 160,276 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 9,650 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,626 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
9,650 miles
Average per year
8,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,276 miles
  • 2023 – 150,626 miles
  • 2022 – 144,347 miles
  • 2021 – 137,299 miles
  • 2020 – 125,121 miles
  • 2019 – 121,445 miles
  • 2018 – 112,041 miles
  • 2017 – 106,432 miles
  • 2016 – 94,346 miles
  • 2015 – 85,229 miles
  • 2014 – 73,872 miles
  • 2013 – 62,070 miles
  • 2012 – 50,168 miles
  • 2011 – 41,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,276 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side poor effort (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side poor effort (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front wheel arch liner missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,276 miles (+9,650)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,276 miles
    Test number
    691312485434
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side poor effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side poor effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass150,626 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,626 miles
    Test number
    743928086584
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,619 miles (+6,272)2 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,619 miles
    Test number
    140903047820
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,347 miles (+7,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    144,347 miles
    Test number
    856241172011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,299 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    137,299 miles
    Test number
    245343138487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail137,299 miles (+12,178)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,299 miles
    Test number
    405686496796
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,121 miles (+3,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,121 miles
    Test number
    322354220029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass121,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,445 miles
    Test number
    212343424764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail121,445 miles (+9,404)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,445 miles
    Test number
    625640771808
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass112,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,041 miles
    Test number
    153961834291
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail112,037 miles (+5,605)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,037 miles
    Test number
    435782203914
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass106,432 miles (+12,086)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,432 miles
    Test number
    217715668090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,346 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,346 miles
    Test number
    161596108362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has damage and metal in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has metal in tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail94,340 miles (+9,111)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,340 miles
    Test number
    295471306023
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick bind also (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has damage and metal in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has metal in tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass85,229 miles (+11,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,229 miles
    Test number
    412745408740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,872 miles (+11,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,872 miles
    Test number
    666201104332
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass62,070 miles (+11,902)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,070 miles
    Test number
    955885413374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre getting low

  18. Fail50,168 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    579084912360
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteFront brake discs scored

  19. Pass50,168 miles (+8,175)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    596984912382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteFront brake discs scored

  20. Pass41,993 miles (+3,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,993 miles
    Test number
    858493611304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass38,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,048 miles
    Test number
    806070461097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LD08 NVZ

Does LD08 NVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 NVZ expired on 10 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 NVZ?
The MOT on LD08 NVZ expired on 10 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 NVZ done?
LD08 NVZ was recorded at 160,276 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 8,382 miles a year.
Has LD08 NVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 NVZ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 NVZ 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 NVZ find?
LD08 NVZ failed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: horn not working; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective, and 11 more.

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