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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.

LE57 FTX white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Fail142,433 miles
  • 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

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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))
  7. 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))
  8. 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))
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. Pass88,371 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,371 miles
    Test number
    227031932898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,070 miles
    Test number
    434152280421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. 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)
  14. 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)
  15. Pass77,258 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    427472295176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,154 miles
    Test number
    566359215064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. 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)
  18. Pass59,303 miles (+12,171)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,303 miles
    Test number
    139715514046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. 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)
  20. Pass34,741 miles (+13,477)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,741 miles
    Test number
    177328722010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. 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
  22. 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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