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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 YYUMOT history

LD08 YYU is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 68,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

LD08 YYU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
68,999 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 YYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 YYU was last recorded at 68,999 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,850 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
4,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,999 miles
  • 2024 – 68,850 miles
  • 2023 – 68,326 miles
  • 2022 – 67,567 miles
  • 2021 – 66,828 miles
  • 2020 – 66,010 miles
  • 2019 – 59,992 miles
  • 2018 – 54,692 miles
  • 2017 – 50,968 miles
  • 2016 – 47,350 miles
  • 2015 – 43,740 miles
  • 2014 – 40,104 miles
  • 2013 – 32,479 miles
  • 2012 – 21,870 miles
  • 2011 – 9,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,999 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,999 miles (+149)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    68,999 miles
    Test number
    898897364480
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,850 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,850 miles
    Test number
    486651619198
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail68,844 miles (+518)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,844 miles
    Test number
    596750270195
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass68,326 miles (+759)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,326 miles
    Test number
    607855826667
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass67,567 miles (+739)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,567 miles
    Test number
    742281931106
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass66,828 miles (+818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,828 miles
    Test number
    521160506882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SLIGHTLY CONTAMINATED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,010 miles (+6,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,010 miles
    Test number
    992088469087
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil marks around engine.
    • AdvisoryStone chips across windscreen -all within prescribed limits.

  8. Pass59,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    784073595277
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail59,989 miles (+5,297)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,989 miles
    Test number
    220771735134
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass54,692 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,692 miles
    Test number
    993081633527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail54,691 miles (+3,723)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,691 miles
    Test number
    838539124971
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass50,968 miles (+3,618)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    358414004036
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass47,350 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    47,350 miles
    Test number
    702143225701
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail47,346 miles (+3,606)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,346 miles
    Test number
    551341861473
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass43,740 miles (+3,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,740 miles
    Test number
    737447475190
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass40,104 miles (+7,625)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,104 miles
    Test number
    859583244138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,479 miles (+10,609)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,479 miles
    Test number
    439607383197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,870 miles (+12,722)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,870 miles
    Test number
    408458382114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    9,148 miles
    Test number
    545522291175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 YYU

Does LD08 YYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 YYU is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 YYU?
The MOT on LD08 YYU is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 YYU done?
LD08 YYU was recorded at 68,999 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 4,047 miles a year.
Has LD08 YYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 YYU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 YYU 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 YYU find?
LD08 YYU passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear corroded; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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