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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LE57 FZAMOT history

LE57 FZA is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 106,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LE57 FZA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
106,175 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 FZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 FZA was last recorded at 106,175 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,175 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,175 miles
  • 2025 – 103,868 miles
  • 2024 – 94,625 miles
  • 2023 – 94,587 miles
  • 2022 – 87,351 miles
  • 2020 – 81,434 miles
  • 2019 – 75,384 miles
  • 2018 – 70,672 miles
  • 2017 – 65,898 miles
  • 2016 – 60,837 miles
  • 2015 – 56,182 miles
  • 2014 – 51,915 miles
  • 2013 – 47,312 miles
  • 2012 – 42,439 miles
  • 2011 – 32,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,175 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox drive shaft seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,175 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    106,175 miles
    Test number
    576241271960
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail106,175 miles (+2,307)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,175 miles
    Test number
    864128174225
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass103,868 miles (+9,243)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,868 miles
    Test number
    524329641262
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (BORDERLINE) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass94,625 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,625 miles
    Test number
    186904943035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail94,587 miles (+7,236)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,587 miles
    Test number
    921468996994
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass87,351 miles (+2,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,351 miles
    Test number
    613188173507
    • AdvisoryRear service brake imbalance = 48%
  7. Pass84,855 miles (+3,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,855 miles
    Test number
    914170975551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Pass81,434 miles (+6,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,434 miles
    Test number
    420983493569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass75,384 miles (+4,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,384 miles
    Test number
    981538761604
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass70,672 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,672 miles
    Test number
    768953523473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,898 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,898 miles
    Test number
    345907353713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,837 miles
    Test number
    319770351279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,837 miles (+4,655)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,837 miles
    Test number
    399753399270
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  14. Pass56,182 miles (+4,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,182 miles
    Test number
    925276565126
    • 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)
  15. Pass51,915 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,915 miles
    Test number
    477030674170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,312 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,312 miles
    Test number
    236041863164
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  17. Pass47,312 miles (+4,873)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,312 miles
    Test number
    747011663199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,439 miles (+9,962)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,439 miles
    Test number
    299850062137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,477 miles
    Test number
    247544431073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 FZA

Does LE57 FZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 FZA is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 FZA?
The MOT on LE57 FZA is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 FZA done?
LE57 FZA was recorded at 106,175 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 4,913 miles a year.
Has LE57 FZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 FZA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 FZA 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 FZA find?
LE57 FZA passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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