
MINI
White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc
LE57 FTXMOT history
LE57 FTX is a white petrol MINI first used on 1 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,433 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 17 May 2025
- Mileage
- 142,433 mi
- At MOT on 13 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 22
- 14 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 8,445 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LE57 FTX
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 1 Feb 2008
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 17 May 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 13 May 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
LE57 FTX was last recorded at 142,433 miles on 13 May 2025, 7,715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 134,718 miles · 13 May 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 7,715 miles
- Average per year
- 8,445 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 142,433 miles
- 2024 – 134,718 miles
- 2023 – 114,429 miles
- 2022 – 101,412 miles
- 2021 – 96,880 miles
- 2019 – 91,689 miles
- 2018 – 88,371 miles
- 2017 – 85,070 miles
- 2016 – 80,379 miles
- 2015 – 77,258 miles
- 2014 – 59,303 miles
- 2013 – 47,132 miles
- 2012 – 34,741 miles
- 2011 – 21,264 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
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.
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2022
Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire
Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
22 tests since 5 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail142,433 miles (+7,715)6 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,433 miles
- Test number
- 865401128812
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- 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))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass134,718 miles (+20,289)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2025
- Odometer
- 134,718 miles
- Test number
- 471360674628
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Pass114,429 miles (+13,017)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2024
- Odometer
- 114,429 miles
- Test number
- 988847635042
- MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
Pass101,412 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2023
- Odometer
- 101,412 miles
- Test number
- 844293003249
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust flexi worn
Fail101,410 miles (+74)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,410 miles
- Test number
- 131123588473
- DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryInner Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust flexi worn
Fail101,336 miles (+4,456)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,336 miles
- Test number
- 488138154693
- DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc back plate corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc back plate corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass96,880 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 96,880 miles
- Test number
- 453901902601
- AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))
Fail96,880 miles (+5,191)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,880 miles
- Test number
- 719108378754
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))
Pass91,689 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 91,689 miles
- Test number
- 259101344492
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit also "feathered" inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit also perishing/ feathering (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s rear handbrake cable bracket detached
Fail91,686 miles (+3,315)1 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,686 miles
- Test number
- 411730040446
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit also "feathered" inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit also perishing/ feathering (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s rear handbrake cable bracket detached
- AdvisoryUnable to check wheel bearing n/s rear due to bind
Pass88,371 miles (+3,301)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 88,371 miles
- Test number
- 227031932898
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass85,070 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 85,070 miles
- Test number
- 434152280421
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail85,070 miles (+4,691)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,070 miles
- Test number
- 873209878714
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass80,379 miles (+3,121)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 80,379 miles
- Test number
- 100710915855
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass77,258 miles (+6,104)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 77,258 miles
- Test number
- 427472295176
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,154 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 71,154 miles
- Test number
- 566359215064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,154 miles (+11,851)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,154 miles
- Test number
- 157310515420
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass59,303 miles (+12,171)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 59,303 miles
- Test number
- 139715514046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,132 miles (+12,391)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 47,132 miles
- Test number
- 105766223082
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass34,741 miles (+13,477)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 34,741 miles
- Test number
- 177328722010
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,264 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 21,264 miles
- Test number
- 768695701070
- NoteFront number plate in poor condition
- NoteRear brake disc's pitted
Fail21,237 miles4 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 21,237 miles
- Test number
- 657515501045
- FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- NoteFront number plate in poor condition
- NoteRear brake disc's pitted
Questions about LE57 FTX
- Does LE57 FTX currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LE57 FTX expired on 17 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LE57 FTX?
- The MOT on LE57 FTX expired on 17 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LE57 FTX done?
- LE57 FTX was recorded at 142,433 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 8,445 miles a year.
- Has LE57 FTX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LE57 FTX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
- Has the mileage on LE57 FTX 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 LE57 FTX find?
- LE57 FTX failed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 9 more.
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