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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LE06 BAVMOT history

LE06 BAV is a red petrol MINI first used on 11 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

LE06 BAV red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
140,120 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE06 BAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE06 BAV was last recorded at 140,120 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 9,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,501 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,619 miles
Average per year
6,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,120 miles
  • 2025 – 130,501 miles
  • 2024 – 116,718 miles
  • 2023 – 109,893 miles
  • 2022 – 101,283 miles
  • 2021 – 95,156 miles
  • 2019 – 86,354 miles
  • 2017 – 86,332 miles
  • 2016 – 84,553 miles
  • 2015 – 83,107 miles
  • 2014 – 77,659 miles
  • 2013 – 70,675 miles
  • 2012 – 65,292 miles
  • 2011 – 59,032 miles
  • 2010 – 47,674 miles
  • 2009 – 36,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,120 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure missing (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened broken (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail140,120 miles (+9,619)4 dangerous17 major5 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,120 miles
    Test number
    388304262831
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure missing (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened broken (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass130,501 miles (+2)6 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,501 miles
    Test number
    644996819226
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail130,499 miles (+13,781)1 dangerous3 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,499 miles
    Test number
    795444650187
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass116,718 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,718 miles
    Test number
    632984327785
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail116,718 miles (+6,825)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,718 miles
    Test number
    765045747739
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass109,893 miles (+8,610)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,893 miles
    Test number
    376106059164
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,283 miles (+6,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,283 miles
    Test number
    737583825082
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass95,156 miles (+8,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,156 miles
    Test number
    388535554929
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass86,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    769785924030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail86,354 miles (+22)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    586013876150
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have surface rust consistent with vehicle not being used

  11. Pass86,332 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,332 miles
    Test number
    703617352394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,553 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,553 miles
    Test number
    492471781034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail84,553 miles (+1,446)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,553 miles
    Test number
    909277387411
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass83,107 miles (+5,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,107 miles
    Test number
    625305875166
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass77,659 miles (+6,984)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,659 miles
    Test number
    855529784155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,675 miles (+5,383)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,675 miles
    Test number
    796858453159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,292 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    626817562128
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

  18. Fail65,292 miles (+6,260)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    769197162198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

  19. Pass59,032 miles (+11,358)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,032 miles
    Test number
    359348631419
    • NoteBoth front wiperblades splitting at ends
    • NoteFuelcap seal starts to crack
    • NoteRear tyres down to 2.5mm
    • NoteRear wiperblade splitting

  20. Pass47,674 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,674 miles
    Test number
    350776240299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,637 miles (+11,136)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,637 miles
    Test number
    971623540236
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass36,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    36,501 miles
    Test number
    282967939290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE06 BAV

Does LE06 BAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE06 BAV expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE06 BAV?
The MOT on LE06 BAV expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE06 BAV done?
LE06 BAV was recorded at 140,120 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 6,162 miles a year.
Has LE06 BAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE06 BAV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LE06 BAV 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 LE06 BAV find?
LE06 BAV failed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 4 dangerous defects, 17 major defects, 5 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside front passenger's seat insecure missing; nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened broken; nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel, and 36 more.

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