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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 BFPMOT history

LD56 BFP is a grey petrol MINI first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LD56 BFP grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
78,644 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BFP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BFP was last recorded at 78,644 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 2,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,147 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,497 miles
Average per year
3,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,644 miles
  • 2024 – 76,147 miles
  • 2023 – 73,824 miles
  • 2022 – 70,950 miles
  • 2021 – 67,515 miles
  • 2020 – 63,692 miles
  • 2019 – 57,564 miles
  • 2018 – 54,746 miles
  • 2017 – 51,167 miles
  • 2016 – 46,969 miles
  • 2015 – 43,159 miles
  • 2014 – 38,610 miles
  • 2013 – 34,148 miles
  • 2012 – 28,936 miles
  • 2011 – 27,644 miles
  • 2010 – 24,478 miles
  • 2009 – 21,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,644 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil light on when vehicle is at idle

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bush`s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    78,644 miles
    Test number
    193936198072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil light on when vehicle is at idle

  2. Fail78,644 miles (+2,497)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,644 miles
    Test number
    538322798203
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil light on when vehicle is at idle

  3. Pass76,147 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,147 miles
    Test number
    346713164719
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bush`s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail76,147 miles (+2,323)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,147 miles
    Test number
    778224447281
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bush`s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass73,824 miles (+2,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    73,824 miles
    Test number
    500441900333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is in poor condition

  6. Pass70,950 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,950 miles
    Test number
    395535554961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,515 miles (+3,823)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,515 miles
    Test number
    986388340427
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mis-aligned but enough liquid is provided
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn heavy on inner edges
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  8. Pass63,692 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,692 miles
    Test number
    606382976630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension top mount deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust back box outer skin deteriorating

  9. Fail63,692 miles (+15)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,692 miles
    Test number
    874644793769
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension top mount deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust back box outer skin deteriorating

  10. Fail63,677 miles (+6,113)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,677 miles
    Test number
    677782404616
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Pass57,564 miles (+2,818)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,564 miles
    Test number
    349092589809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,746 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,746 miles
    Test number
    962661323163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component around pump (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Fail54,696 miles (+3,529)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,696 miles
    Test number
    185666841270
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear at joint (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component around pump (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass51,167 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    912155678291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail51,007 miles (+4,038)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,007 miles
    Test number
    882166364495
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested coolant leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut in sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass46,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    46,969 miles
    Test number
    393992399703
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail46,969 miles (+3,810)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,969 miles
    Test number
    974211031440
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass43,159 miles (+4,549)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,159 miles
    Test number
    569008615181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust silencers corrodid.

  19. Pass38,610 miles (+4,462)1 dangerous2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,610 miles
    Test number
    448773934162
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre worn inner edge and cut in tread close to cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn uneven and tread perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  20. Pass34,148 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,148 miles
    Test number
    799844433188
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePAS oil leak.

  21. Fail34,148 miles (+5,212)1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,148 miles
    Test number
    826954333139
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePAS oil leak.

  22. Pass28,936 miles (+1,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,936 miles
    Test number
    177906212155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass27,644 miles (+3,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    27,644 miles
    Test number
    626631691213
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass24,478 miles (+3,435)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    24,478 miles
    Test number
    271772990273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass21,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,043 miles
    Test number
    380203999250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 BFP

Does LD56 BFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 BFP is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BFP?
The MOT on LD56 BFP is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 BFP done?
LD56 BFP was recorded at 78,644 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 3,570 miles a year.
Has LD56 BFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BFP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 BFP 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 BFP find?
LD56 BFP passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil light on when vehicle is at idle.

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