
MINI
Yellow · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc
LE57 LKXMOT history
LE57 LKX is a yellow diesel MINI first used on 11 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 188,164 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 May 2027
- Mileage
- 188,164 mi
- At MOT on 16 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 17 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 10,071 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LE57 LKX
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Yellow
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,560 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 11 Feb 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LE57 LKX was last recorded at 188,164 miles on 16 May 2026, 16,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 27 Feb 2016: 65,938 miles, lower than 95,924 miles on 20 Feb 2016.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 171,712 miles · 28 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 16,452 miles
- Average per year
- 10,071 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 188,164 miles
- 2025 – 171,712 miles
- 2024 – 153,119 miles
- 2023 – 140,002 miles
- 2022 – 127,811 miles
- 2021 – 122,774 miles
- 2020 – 116,402 miles
- 2019 – 100,276 miles
- 2018 – 82,808 miles
- 2017 – 70,670 miles
- 2016 – 65,938 miles
- 2015 – 60,138 miles
- 2014 – 53,868 miles
- 2013 – 49,153 miles
- 2012 – 43,655 miles
- 2011 – 34,507 miles
- 2010 – 25,130 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025
Fuel cap seal perished
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016
Full MOT history
30 tests since 8 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass188,164 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 May 2027
- Odometer
- 188,164 miles
- Test number
- 373414339485
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail188,164 miles (+16,452)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,164 miles
- Test number
- 444446644811
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass171,712 miles (+18,593)3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 171,712 miles
- Test number
- 228526074813
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant level low
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass153,119 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 153,119 miles
- Test number
- 315544656191
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs are worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
Fail153,109 miles (+13,107)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,109 miles
- Test number
- 268260324609
- DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (detached) (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs are worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
Pass140,002 miles (+30)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 140,002 miles
- Test number
- 984942656733
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail139,972 miles (+12,161)3 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,972 miles
- Test number
- 826113957534
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass127,811 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 127,811 miles
- Test number
- 548491356670
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre worn , cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryAux drive belt perished , splitting
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Fail127,811 miles (+5,037)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,811 miles
- Test number
- 605875196281
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre worn , cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryAux drive belt perished , splitting
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded
Pass122,774 miles (+2)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 122,774 miles
- Test number
- 521525138828
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail122,772 miles (+6,370)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,772 miles
- Test number
- 172693569891
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass116,402 miles (+42)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 116,402 miles
- Test number
- 725560137291
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape
Fail116,360 miles (+16,084)2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,360 miles
- Test number
- 478441740090
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape
Pass100,276 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 100,276 miles
- Test number
- 729726850233
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail100,276 miles (+17,468)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,276 miles
- Test number
- 361412162868
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass82,808 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 82,808 miles
- Test number
- 448027765625
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail82,808 miles (+12,138)3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,808 miles
- Test number
- 488539897515
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Pass70,670 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 70,670 miles
- Test number
- 444214379505
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail70,669 miles (+4,731)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,669 miles
- Test number
- 205998808872
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Pass65,938 miles (-29,986)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 65,938 miles
- Test number
- 870798882104
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm outside edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm outside edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryChild seat fitted to o/s/r
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Fail95,924 miles (+35,786)3 failures13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,924 miles
- Test number
- 593331608385
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm outside edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm outside edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryChild seat fitted to o/s/r
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass60,138 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 60,138 miles
- Test number
- 259619855008
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail60,138 miles (+6,270)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,138 miles
- Test number
- 929609255032
- Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass53,868 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 53,868 miles
- Test number
- 128806534425
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail53,868 miles (+4,715)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,868 miles
- Test number
- 837366634086
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass49,153 miles (+5,498)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 49,153 miles
- Test number
- 495398023018
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,655 miles (+9,148)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 43,655 miles
- Test number
- 896798522035
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,507 miles (+9,377)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 34,507 miles
- Test number
- 496793931087
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteFront discs starting to lip
- NoteRear brake discs worn / pitted
Pass25,130 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 25,130 miles
- Test number
- 681967260078
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail25,130 miles4 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 25,130 miles
- Test number
- 770357060030
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
Questions about LE57 LKX
- Does LE57 LKX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 LKX is valid until 15 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LE57 LKX?
- The MOT on LE57 LKX is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LE57 LKX done?
- LE57 LKX was recorded at 188,164 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 10,071 miles a year.
- Has LE57 LKX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LE57 LKX has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
- Has the mileage on LE57 LKX ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LE57 LKX find?
- LE57 LKX passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.
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