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Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LE56 MZUMOT history

LE56 MZU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 1 Feb 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 97,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LE56 MZU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,065 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE56 MZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE56 MZU was last recorded at 97,065 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,000 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
4,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,065 miles
  • 2025 – 89,126 miles
  • 2024 – 80,725 miles
  • 2023 – 63,423 miles
  • 2022 – 63,093 miles
  • 2021 – 62,385 miles
  • 2020 – 57,583 miles
  • 2019 – 54,026 miles
  • 2018 – 50,908 miles
  • 2017 – 47,579 miles
  • 2016 – 45,659 miles
  • 2015 – 42,841 miles
  • 2013 – 34,862 miles
  • 2012 – 26,469 miles
  • 2011 – 21,639 miles
  • 2010 – 15,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,065 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,065 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,065 miles
    Test number
    917067831710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,000 miles (+7,874)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    225282555130
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction present on dash (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault present on dash (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak /oil level low

  3. Pass89,126 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    89,126 miles
    Test number
    206795966002
    • AdvisoryFront washers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rev lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail89,126 miles (+8,401)1 dangerous10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,126 miles
    Test number
    976887964611
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/17 84v (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront washers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rev lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on vehicle is to old for this to fail
    • AdvisoryDrl lights not working vehicle to early for this to fail

  5. Pass80,725 miles (+17,302)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    80,725 miles
    Test number
    437520619061
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass63,423 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    562488023105
    • 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 Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail63,423 miles (+330)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    874630825155
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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 Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass63,093 miles (+708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    150145181895
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Pass62,385 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    62,385 miles
    Test number
    610674388973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,336 miles (+4,753)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,336 miles
    Test number
    520143589814
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass57,583 miles (+3,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,583 miles
    Test number
    680136296850
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass54,026 miles (+3,118)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,026 miles
    Test number
    212259681668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,908 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,908 miles
    Test number
    568028916331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,579 miles
    Test number
    604189689966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,579 miles (+1,920)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,579 miles
    Test number
    135378878796
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  16. Pass45,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    45,659 miles
    Test number
    322013104550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  17. Fail45,659 miles (+2,818)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,659 miles
    Test number
    605856948616
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  18. Pass42,841 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,841 miles
    Test number
    367491901631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,414 miles (+4,552)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,414 miles
    Test number
    817552405056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,862 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,862 miles
    Test number
    948104363381
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass34,862 miles (+4,458)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,862 miles
    Test number
    976074963384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,404 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,404 miles
    Test number
    325603803093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,469 miles (+4,830)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    26,469 miles
    Test number
    917641052092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,639 miles (+5,975)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,639 miles
    Test number
    286813551036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    15,664 miles
    Test number
    444050740068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,664 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,664 miles
    Test number
    880160640041
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Questions about LE56 MZU

Does LE56 MZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE56 MZU is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE56 MZU?
The MOT on LE56 MZU is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE56 MZU done?
LE56 MZU was recorded at 97,065 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,959 miles a year.
Has LE56 MZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE56 MZU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LE56 MZU 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 LE56 MZU find?
LE56 MZU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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