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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LE57 FZLMOT history

LE57 FZL is a black petrol MINI first used on 11 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 69,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

LE57 FZL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
69,869 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 FZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 FZL was last recorded at 69,869 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2018: 47,518 miles, lower than 47,819 miles on 28 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,834 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
3,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,869 miles
  • 2025 – 68,162 miles
  • 2024 – 65,520 miles
  • 2023 – 61,451 miles
  • 2021 – 57,637 miles
  • 2019 – 54,257 miles
  • 2018 – 47,518 miles
  • 2017 – 44,119 miles
  • 2016 – 35,812 miles
  • 2015 – 34,807 miles
  • 2014 – 32,884 miles
  • 2013 – 29,917 miles
  • 2012 – 27,985 miles
  • 2011 – 25,743 miles
  • 2010 – 22,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,869 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension system corroded
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,869 miles (+35)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    69,869 miles
    Test number
    422712083690
    • 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  2. Fail69,834 miles (+1,672)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,834 miles
    Test number
    960796726781
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,162 miles (+2,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    68,162 miles
    Test number
    123175940163
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass65,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    883886456895
    • AdvisoryLicence bulb not working o/s/r

  5. Fail65,520 miles (+4,069)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,520 miles
    Test number
    548876355951
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLicence bulb not working o/s/r

  6. Pass61,451 miles (+3,814)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    143577328266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,637 miles (+3,380)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,637 miles
    Test number
    510354672065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass54,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,257 miles
    Test number
    557933646718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,257 miles (+6,739)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,257 miles
    Test number
    641251581876
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass47,518 miles (-301)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,518 miles
    Test number
    481230555322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,819 miles (+3,700)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,819 miles
    Test number
    959553905811
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted OUTER CLIP MISSING (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySELF LEVELING DEVICE LOOSE ON WISHBONE

  12. Pass44,119 miles (+8,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,119 miles
    Test number
    340639692532
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN OS FRONT SWIVEL/SLIGHT BIND IN REAR WHEELS

  13. Pass35,812 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,812 miles
    Test number
    972926465022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,807 miles (+1,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,807 miles
    Test number
    322561907751
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass32,884 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,884 miles
    Test number
    838505524257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,917 miles (+1,932)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,917 miles
    Test number
    109558613219
    • NoteEngine check light on
    • NoteOil leaking from sump

  17. Pass27,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,985 miles
    Test number
    797016432247
    • 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)

  18. Fail27,985 miles (+2,242)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,985 miles
    Test number
    837826532213
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  19. Pass25,743 miles (+3,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,743 miles
    Test number
    785368331213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass22,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    22,032 miles
    Test number
    284453840271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 FZL

Does LE57 FZL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 FZL is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 FZL?
The MOT on LE57 FZL is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 FZL done?
LE57 FZL was recorded at 69,869 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 3,030 miles a year.
Has LE57 FZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 FZL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 FZL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE57 FZL find?
LE57 FZL passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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