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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 PHUMOT history

LD08 PHU is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 49,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LD08 PHU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
49,704 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 PHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 PHU was last recorded at 49,704 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,700 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,704 miles
  • 2025 – 48,799 miles
  • 2024 – 47,122 miles
  • 2023 – 44,553 miles
  • 2022 – 43,113 miles
  • 2021 – 40,660 miles
  • 2020 – 38,382 miles
  • 2019 – 36,830 miles
  • 2018 – 34,576 miles
  • 2017 – 32,569 miles
  • 2016 – 27,741 miles
  • 2015 – 24,801 miles
  • 2014 – 21,702 miles
  • 2013 – 18,268 miles
  • 2012 – 14,894 miles
  • 2011 – 10,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,704 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust rear box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass49,704 miles (+4)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    49,704 miles
    Test number
    652601757586
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail49,700 miles (+901)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,700 miles
    Test number
    225268903238
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass48,799 miles (+8)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    48,799 miles
    Test number
    849179063944
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail48,791 miles (+1,669)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,791 miles
    Test number
    297718277363
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass47,122 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    47,122 miles
    Test number
    996986854354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail47,120 miles (+2,567)1 dangerous3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,120 miles
    Test number
    999691960813
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass44,553 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    44,553 miles
    Test number
    588296632263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,551 miles (+1,438)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,551 miles
    Test number
    675059269560
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass43,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    43,113 miles
    Test number
    453304202454
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail43,113 miles (+2,453)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,113 miles
    Test number
    132539647572
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass40,660 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    40,660 miles
    Test number
    733163471456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,382 miles (+1,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,382 miles
    Test number
    317556769638
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass36,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    36,830 miles
    Test number
    326044694572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,830 miles (+2,254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,830 miles
    Test number
    144417578083
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass34,576 miles (+2,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    34,576 miles
    Test number
    666910475848
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded

  16. Pass32,569 miles (+4,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    32,569 miles
    Test number
    246535734269
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded

  17. Pass27,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    27,741 miles
    Test number
    991975834469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,741 miles (+2,940)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,741 miles
    Test number
    549873317580
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass24,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,801 miles
    Test number
    195737675031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,801 miles (+3,099)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,801 miles
    Test number
    716057275068
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass21,702 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,702 miles
    Test number
    136660984472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,268 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    18,268 miles
    Test number
    425487873079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass18,200 miles (+3,306)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    18,200 miles
    Test number
    136606063027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass14,894 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,894 miles
    Test number
    765946472033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    10,357 miles
    Test number
    786670771074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 PHU

Does LD08 PHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 PHU is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 PHU?
The MOT on LD08 PHU is valid until 16 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 PHU done?
LD08 PHU was recorded at 49,704 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 2,651 miles a year.
Has LD08 PHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 PHU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 PHU 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 PHU find?
LD08 PHU passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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