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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LD56 DVMMOT history

LD56 DVM is a silver petrol MINI first used on 18 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

LD56 DVM silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
135,577 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 DVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 DVM was last recorded at 135,577 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,259 miles · 25 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
318 miles
Average per year
5,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,577 miles
  • 2023 – 135,259 miles
  • 2022 – 132,338 miles
  • 2021 – 129,646 miles
  • 2020 – 129,620 miles
  • 2019 – 123,282 miles
  • 2018 – 113,988 miles
  • 2017 – 106,000 miles
  • 2016 – 104,499 miles
  • 2015 – 103,502 miles
  • 2014 – 98,185 miles
  • 2013 – 91,919 miles
  • 2012 – 76,088 miles
  • 2010 – 69,675 miles
  • 2009 – 56,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,577 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCorrosion in exhaust

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,577 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,577 miles
    Test number
    940975714185
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in exhaust
  2. Fail135,577 miles (+318)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,577 miles
    Test number
    862538386634
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in exhaust
  3. Pass135,259 miles (+2,921)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    135,259 miles
    Test number
    453509270915
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGear stick stiff
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion throughout the underside of the vehicle
  4. Pass132,338 miles (+2,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,338 miles
    Test number
    314621663033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle
  5. Pass129,646 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,646 miles
    Test number
    422466794235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  6. Fail129,633 miles (+13)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,633 miles
    Test number
    300469860826
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  7. Fail129,620 miles (+6,338)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,620 miles
    Test number
    848767150640
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass123,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,282 miles
    Test number
    637639403249
    • AdvisoryCoolant header tank cap missing.
  9. Fail123,282 miles (+226)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,282 miles
    Test number
    695654456147
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant header tank cap missing.
  10. Fail123,056 miles (+9,068)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,056 miles
    Test number
    952448496595
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass113,988 miles (+7,988)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,988 miles
    Test number
    191673423976
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Pass106,000 miles (+1,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,000 miles
    Test number
    195023205661
    • AdvisoryExhaust back bush corrosion
  13. Pass104,499 miles (+997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,499 miles
    Test number
    677695454500
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated
  14. Pass103,502 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,502 miles
    Test number
    945358425142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,492 miles (+5,307)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,492 miles
    Test number
    115497125115
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass98,185 miles (+6,266)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,185 miles
    Test number
    819288424141
    • NoteEML stays on
    • NoteF/O/S tyre worn on inner edge
  17. Pass91,919 miles (+15,831)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,919 miles
    Test number
    956939823110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,088 miles (+6,413)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,088 miles
    Test number
    239478832048
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s wiper blade detereated
  19. Pass69,675 miles (+12,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,675 miles
    Test number
    674883400396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass56,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,850 miles
    Test number
    362355749497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 DVM

Does LD56 DVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 DVM expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 DVM?
The MOT on LD56 DVM expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 DVM done?
LD56 DVM was recorded at 135,577 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 5,045 miles a year.
Has LD56 DVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 DVM has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 DVM 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 DVM find?
LD56 DVM passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: corrosion in exhaust.

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