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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 VGPMOT history

LD08 VGP is a red petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2024.

LD08 VGP red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2025
Mileage
117,780 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VGP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VGP was last recorded at 117,780 miles on 12 Apr 2024, 565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,215 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
565 miles
Average per year
7,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,780 miles
  • 2023 – 105,692 miles
  • 2022 – 100,685 miles
  • 2021 – 96,575 miles
  • 2020 – 92,563 miles
  • 2019 – 87,807 miles
  • 2018 – 82,875 miles
  • 2017 – 73,042 miles
  • 2016 – 62,071 miles
  • 2015 – 52,570 miles
  • 2014 – 41,635 miles
  • 2013 – 32,557 miles
  • 2012 – 26,282 miles
  • 2011 – 23,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,780 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,780 miles (+565)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,780 miles
    Test number
    909617628473
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail117,215 miles (+11,523)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,215 miles
    Test number
    859012883808
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning wires broken n/s/f and o/s/r

  3. Pass105,692 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,692 miles
    Test number
    592769952156
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail105,689 miles (+22)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    909597105722
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail105,667 miles (+4,982)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,667 miles
    Test number
    601805275927
    • MajorEmissions not tested Full cat test could not be completed due to overheating at fast idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,685 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,685 miles
    Test number
    578965860914
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail100,683 miles (+4,108)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,683 miles
    Test number
    178934817947
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass96,575 miles (+4,012)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,575 miles
    Test number
    769924861134
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass92,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,563 miles
    Test number
    564814618418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,563 miles (+4,756)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,563 miles
    Test number
    799657872374
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass87,807 miles (+4,932)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,807 miles
    Test number
    672638397320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    636331089403
    • AdvisoryRear brakes starting to bind on ,,, will need attention

  13. Fail82,871 miles (+9,829)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,871 miles
    Test number
    724250141248
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes starting to bind on ,,, will need attention

  14. Pass73,042 miles (+10,971)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,042 miles
    Test number
    607482402557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    431500265402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,071 miles (+9,501)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    685948010551
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass52,570 miles (+10,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,570 miles
    Test number
    497394635039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,635 miles
    Test number
    547885814028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,635 miles (+9,078)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,635 miles
    Test number
    688075414047
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass32,557 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,557 miles
    Test number
    368588133045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,282 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    26,282 miles
    Test number
    848351442089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,343 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,343 miles
    Test number
    906513911010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass23,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,343 miles
    Test number
    948053911008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VGP

Does LD08 VGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VGP expired on 11 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VGP?
The MOT on LD08 VGP expired on 11 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VGP done?
LD08 VGP was recorded at 117,780 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2024, an average of 7,130 miles a year.
Has LD08 VGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VGP has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 VGP 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 VGP find?
LD08 VGP passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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