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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 BFAMOT history

LD56 BFA is a black petrol MINI first used on 15 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LD56 BFA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
93,508 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BFA was last recorded at 93,508 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 3,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,056 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,452 miles
Average per year
4,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,508 miles
  • 2025 – 90,056 miles
  • 2024 – 86,024 miles
  • 2023 – 82,659 miles
  • 2022 – 78,072 miles
  • 2021 – 71,011 miles
  • 2020 – 63,236 miles
  • 2018 – 57,373 miles
  • 2017 – 56,710 miles
  • 2016 – 52,261 miles
  • 2015 – 47,917 miles
  • 2013 – 42,567 miles
  • 2012 – 38,618 miles
  • 2011 – 26,488 miles
  • 2010 – 20,009 miles
  • 2009 – 14,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,508 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,508 miles (+3,452)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    93,508 miles
    Test number
    677942410536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,056 miles (+4,032)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,056 miles
    Test number
    720328555368
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material os/ns front to rear moreso in clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryHorn needs hard push on steering wheel to operate

  3. Pass86,024 miles (+3,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,024 miles
    Test number
    239206506269
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension very rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play rack ns

  4. Pass82,659 miles (+4,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,659 miles
    Test number
    908401414494
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty + slight blow

  5. Pass78,072 miles (+7,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,072 miles
    Test number
    106377560847
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,011 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,011 miles
    Test number
    221097927571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail71,011 miles (+7,775)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,011 miles
    Test number
    340004330917
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/zr17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass63,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,236 miles
    Test number
    396136027236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,236 miles (+5,863)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,236 miles
    Test number
    164479598577
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass57,373 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,373 miles
    Test number
    147617087032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,710 miles
    Test number
    794505397180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,710 miles (+241)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,710 miles
    Test number
    678815797316
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass56,469 miles (+4,208)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,469 miles
    Test number
    982794555493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,261 miles
    Test number
    649656716040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,261 miles (+4,344)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,261 miles
    Test number
    774158547329
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  16. Pass47,917 miles (+5,350)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    436574745067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust box slighty deteraiorated

  17. Pass42,567 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,567 miles
    Test number
    218803163219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail42,567 miles (+3,949)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,567 miles
    Test number
    959012763251
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass38,618 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,618 miles
    Test number
    956064352237
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge

  20. Fail38,618 miles (+12,130)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,618 miles
    Test number
    236784452234
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge

  21. Pass26,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,488 miles
    Test number
    415448351289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,488 miles (+6,479)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,488 miles
    Test number
    995918351200
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  23. Pass20,009 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    20,009 miles
    Test number
    582343550214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    14,469 miles
    Test number
    552884959278
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  25. Fail14,468 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,468 miles
    Test number
    224574959221
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Questions about LD56 BFA

Does LD56 BFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 BFA is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BFA?
The MOT on LD56 BFA is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 BFA done?
LD56 BFA was recorded at 93,508 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,837 miles a year.
Has LD56 BFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BFA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LD56 BFA 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 LD56 BFA find?
LD56 BFA passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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