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White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LE57 LAPMOT history

LE57 LAP is a white petrol MINI Cooper first used on 25 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 74,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
74,490 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 LAP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 LAP was last recorded at 74,490 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 2,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,448 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,042 miles
Average per year
4,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,490 miles
  • 2025 – 72,448 miles
  • 2024 – 72,087 miles
  • 2023 – 70,490 miles
  • 2022 – 67,637 miles
  • 2021 – 64,412 miles
  • 2020 – 60,747 miles
  • 2019 – 55,161 miles
  • 2018 – 48,735 miles
  • 2017 – 43,915 miles
  • 2016 – 38,942 miles
  • 2015 – 33,362 miles
  • 2014 – 27,238 miles
  • 2013 – 22,288 miles
  • 2012 – 17,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,490 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake calliper slightly seized
  • AdvisoryRear Boot lid lock faulty
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,490 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    74,490 miles
    Test number
    782363833423
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake calliper slightly seized
    • AdvisoryRear Boot lid lock faulty
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,490 miles (+2,042)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,490 miles
    Test number
    656943580606
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake calliper slightly seized
    • AdvisoryRear Boot lid lock faulty
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,448 miles (+361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    912714600246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass72,087 miles (+1,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,087 miles
    Test number
    752482012232
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,490 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,490 miles
    Test number
    464555136946
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,490 miles (+2,853)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,490 miles
    Test number
    425918978339
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,637 miles (+3,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,637 miles
    Test number
    223876112138
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads more than 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes have movement / play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes perished /cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,412 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,412 miles
    Test number
    397071414624
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail64,412 miles (+3,665)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,412 miles
    Test number
    337505395813
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,747 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,747 miles
    Test number
    780325387289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,161 miles (+6,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    55,161 miles
    Test number
    378045476213
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass48,735 miles (+4,820)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    48,735 miles
    Test number
    687844470257
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Blade ends spliting (3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass43,915 miles (+4,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,915 miles
    Test number
    413670125928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inside and outside edges
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both front wheels inner (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass38,942 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,942 miles
    Test number
    256583949157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,362 miles
    Test number
    972737120192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,362 miles (+6,124)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,362 miles
    Test number
    525261039917
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass27,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    27,238 miles
    Test number
    489848054242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,238 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    27,238 miles
    Test number
    156798154286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,288 miles (+5,242)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,288 miles
    Test number
    265681463207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,046 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,046 miles
    Test number
    916201962259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,164 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,164 miles
    Test number
    889129572151
    • NoteNearside front shocker top mount starting to split

Questions about LE57 LAP

Does LE57 LAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 LAP is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 LAP?
The MOT on LE57 LAP is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 LAP done?
LE57 LAP was recorded at 74,490 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 4,113 miles a year.
Has LE57 LAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 LAP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 LAP 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 LAP find?
LE57 LAP passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak; nearside rear brake calliper slightly seized; rear boot lid lock faulty, and 2 more.

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