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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LE57 FYHMOT history

LE57 FYH is a blue petrol MINI first used on 25 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2025.

LE57 FYH blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
86,759 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 FYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 FYH was last recorded at 86,759 miles on 8 Aug 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,754 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,759 miles
  • 2024 – 82,954 miles
  • 2023 – 74,969 miles
  • 2022 – 68,993 miles
  • 2021 – 61,937 miles
  • 2020 – 60,396 miles
  • 2019 – 58,200 miles
  • 2018 – 52,600 miles
  • 2017 – 41,836 miles
  • 2016 – 33,889 miles
  • 2015 – 26,508 miles
  • 2014 – 18,919 miles
  • 2013 – 14,348 miles
  • 2012 – 11,487 miles
  • 2011 – 8,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,759 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak stains under engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,759 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    86,759 miles
    Test number
    861092000707
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,754 miles (+3,800)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,754 miles
    Test number
    433862535892
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon 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))

  3. Pass82,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    82,954 miles
    Test number
    352676846733
    • AdvisoryNoises from rear suspension but unable to find any worn components
    • AdvisoryOil leak stains under engine area

  4. Fail82,954 miles (+7,985)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,954 miles
    Test number
    992660951953
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak stains under engine area

  5. Pass74,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,969 miles
    Test number
    790801197202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,969 miles (+5,976)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,969 miles
    Test number
    351286181706
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass68,993 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,993 miles
    Test number
    569710447733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,988 miles (+7,051)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,988 miles
    Test number
    165696015573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass61,937 miles (+1,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,937 miles
    Test number
    344172726154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  10. Pass60,396 miles (+2,196)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,396 miles
    Test number
    207678560588
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRun flat tyre on rear but not on front

  11. Pass58,200 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    437813493286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,600 miles
    Test number
    999140118987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,600 miles (+10,764)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,600 miles
    Test number
    391606442702
    • FailureOffside Front Steering retaining device missing Track rod end (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  14. Pass41,836 miles (+7,947)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,836 miles
    Test number
    614545657180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,889 miles
    Test number
    223407995544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,889 miles (+7,381)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,889 miles
    Test number
    748789412749
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass26,508 miles (+7,589)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    26,508 miles
    Test number
    427420785171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,919 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,919 miles
    Test number
    239836194111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,161 miles (+2,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,161 miles
    Test number
    466776814072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass14,348 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    14,348 miles
    Test number
    118175913408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,487 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,487 miles
    Test number
    156863422483
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Fail11,487 miles (+2,886)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,487 miles
    Test number
    165113022470
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass8,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    8,601 miles
    Test number
    615116041067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail8,601 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,601 miles
    Test number
    659875741026
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blades split

Questions about LE57 FYH

Does LE57 FYH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 FYH expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 FYH?
The MOT on LE57 FYH expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 FYH done?
LE57 FYH was recorded at 86,759 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2025, an average of 5,397 miles a year.
Has LE57 FYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 FYH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 FYH 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 FYH find?
LE57 FYH passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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