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Orange · Diesel · 2017 · 1,496 cc

LE16 LOUMOT history

LE16 LOU is an orange diesel MINI Cooper first used on 31 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 48,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,081 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 LOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 LOU was last recorded at 48,081 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 5,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,154 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,927 miles
Average per year
5,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,081 miles
  • 2025 – 42,154 miles
  • 2024 – 34,906 miles
  • 2023 – 29,586 miles
  • 2022 – 22,618 miles
  • 2021 – 18,419 miles
  • 2020 – 15,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,081 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 19 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,081 miles (+5,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,081 miles
    Test number
    358970964463
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass42,154 miles (+7,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    42,154 miles
    Test number
    553889314826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass34,906 miles (+5,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    874694110590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass29,586 miles (+6,968)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    29,586 miles
    Test number
    477620454908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass22,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    22,618 miles
    Test number
    551298841207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail22,618 miles (+4,199)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,618 miles
    Test number
    228947547396
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass18,419 miles (+2,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    18,419 miles
    Test number
    858383913000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer/Cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer/Cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass15,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    15,842 miles
    Test number
    703825119675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LE16 LOU

Does LE16 LOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 LOU is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 LOU?
The MOT on LE16 LOU is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 LOU done?
LE16 LOU was recorded at 48,081 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,314 miles a year.
Has LE16 LOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 LOU has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LE16 LOU 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 LE16 LOU find?
LE16 LOU passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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