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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 BHOMOT history

LD56 BHO is a black petrol MINI first used on 15 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 102,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

LD56 BHO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,535 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BHO
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 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BHO was last recorded at 102,535 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2015: 31,373 miles, lower than 46,646 miles on 17 Apr 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
102,535 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,535 miles
  • 2025 – 101,046 miles
  • 2024 – 98,607 miles
  • 2023 – 95,481 miles
  • 2022 – 86,749 miles
  • 2021 – 79,719 miles
  • 2020 – 77,137 miles
  • 2019 – 74,763 miles
  • 2018 – 72,271 miles
  • 2017 – 66,615 miles
  • 2016 – 58,347 miles
  • 2015 – 31,373 miles
  • 2014 – 46,646 miles
  • 2013 – 37,038 miles
  • 2012 – 32,325 miles
  • 2011 – 27,261 miles
  • 2010 – 26,958 miles
  • 2009 – 17,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,535 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,535 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,535 miles
    Test number
    953220607046
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail102,535 miles (+1,489)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,535 miles
    Test number
    882237685078
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass101,046 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    101,046 miles
    Test number
    344670475752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,607 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,607 miles
    Test number
    236677645235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,481 miles (+88)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    95,481 miles
    Test number
    400093049168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  6. Fail95,393 miles (+8,644)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,393 miles
    Test number
    958382077872
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass86,749 miles (+7,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,749 miles
    Test number
    781697442420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass79,719 miles (+16)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,719 miles
    Test number
    214933407102
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front`s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear`s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear`s (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail79,703 miles (+2,566)1 dangerous1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,703 miles
    Test number
    786378169052
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front`s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear`s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear`s (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass77,137 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,137 miles
    Test number
    854359694146
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer edge worn (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail77,137 miles (+2,374)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,137 miles
    Test number
    860543248785
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer edge worn (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass74,763 miles (+2,492)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,763 miles
    Test number
    814349821617
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly wearing worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  13. Pass72,271 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,271 miles
    Test number
    933578065381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre on center
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides have slight corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs have slight lipped
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slight wearing worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe slight corroded

  14. Fail72,271 miles (+5,656)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,271 miles
    Test number
    173702006947
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre on center
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides have slight corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs have slight lipped
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slight wearing worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe slight corroded

  15. Pass66,615 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,615 miles
    Test number
    328016278823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn close to limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer bracket is broken but system is adequately supported

  16. Fail66,615 miles (+8,268)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,615 miles
    Test number
    836590699694
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking nipple (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn close to limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer bracket is broken but system is adequately supported

  17. Pass58,347 miles (+26,974)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,347 miles
    Test number
    667854089216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint very slightly damp near pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  18. Pass31,373 miles (-15,273)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,373 miles
    Test number
    215128005121
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  19. Pass46,646 miles (+9,608)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,646 miles
    Test number
    997107404126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,038 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    927485803167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four tyres perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken but not insecure

  21. Fail37,038 miles (+4,713)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    837065103173
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four tyres perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken but not insecure

  22. Pass32,325 miles (+5,064)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    32,325 miles
    Test number
    848840012119
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteWipers starting to split

  23. Pass27,261 miles (+303)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    27,261 miles
    Test number
    416731411105
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp illuminated on dash
    • NoteN/s/r tyre sidewalls scored

  24. Pass26,958 miles (+9,036)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,958 miles
    Test number
    240554920245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,922 miles
    Test number
    592885629239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 BHO

Does LD56 BHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 BHO is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BHO?
The MOT on LD56 BHO is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 BHO done?
LD56 BHO was recorded at 102,535 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 4,974 miles a year.
Has LD56 BHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BHO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 BHO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD56 BHO find?
LD56 BHO passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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