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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 BHEMOT history

LD56 BHE is a red petrol MINI first used on 12 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 115,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LD56 BHE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
115,023 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BHE was last recorded at 115,023 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 6,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Sept 2015: 9,269 miles, lower than 78,173 miles on 24 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,824 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,199 miles
Average per year
4,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,023 miles
  • 2024 – 108,824 miles
  • 2022 – 108,069 miles
  • 2021 – 106,332 miles
  • 2019 – 104,924 miles
  • 2018 – 103,399 miles
  • 2017 – 100,297 miles
  • 2016 – 97,703 miles
  • 2015 – 90,319 miles
  • 2014 – 78,173 miles
  • 2013 – 69,242 miles
  • 2011 – 58,427 miles
  • 2010 – 46,844 miles
  • 2009 – 33,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,023 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

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.

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [both]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear surface corrosion on suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake warning lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,023 miles (+6,199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    115,023 miles
    Test number
    619543181204
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

  2. Pass108,824 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    108,824 miles
    Test number
    141634186051
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [both] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear surface corrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  3. Fail108,814 miles (+745)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,814 miles
    Test number
    136414872369
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [both] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear surface corrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  4. Pass108,069 miles (+1,737)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    108,069 miles
    Test number
    811456060904
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass106,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,332 miles
    Test number
    961050803660
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail106,332 miles (+1,408)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,332 miles
    Test number
    234619975486
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,924 miles (+1,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,924 miles
    Test number
    245714529001
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,399 miles (+3,102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,399 miles
    Test number
    850669278227
    • 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))

  9. Pass100,297 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,297 miles
    Test number
    389959618493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail100,297 miles (+2,594)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,297 miles
    Test number
    747395577422
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass97,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    722153113481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,703 miles (+7,384)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,703 miles
    Test number
    426625937585
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass90,319 miles (+81,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,319 miles
    Test number
    848283405871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail9,269 miles (-68,904)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,269 miles
    Test number
    646178185093
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass78,173 miles (+113)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,173 miles
    Test number
    627695574180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail78,060 miles (+8,818)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,060 miles
    Test number
    527220574150
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass69,242 miles (+55)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    995797153142
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  18. Fail69,187 miles (+10,760)3 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,187 miles
    Test number
    526695553130
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  19. Pass58,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,427 miles
    Test number
    136330641353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,427 miles (+11,583)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,427 miles
    Test number
    269289531388
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass46,844 miles (+13,550)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,844 miles
    Test number
    781970980102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly corroded.

  22. Pass33,294 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    123927879176
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate not excessive at time of test

Questions about LD56 BHE

Does LD56 BHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 BHE is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BHE?
The MOT on LD56 BHE is valid until 2 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 BHE done?
LD56 BHE was recorded at 115,023 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 4,994 miles a year.
Has LD56 BHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BHE has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LD56 BHE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD56 BHE find?
LD56 BHE passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced.

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