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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF02 AVLMOT history

LF02 AVL is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 78,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LF02 AVL blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,058 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 AVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 AVL was last recorded at 78,058 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 2,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,315 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,743 miles
Average per year
3,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,058 miles
  • 2025 – 75,315 miles
  • 2023 – 71,199 miles
  • 2022 – 67,304 miles
  • 2021 – 62,127 miles
  • 2020 – 62,013 miles
  • 2019 – 56,762 miles
  • 2018 – 44,831 miles
  • 2017 – 43,410 miles
  • 2015 – 36,657 miles
  • 2014 – 32,247 miles
  • 2013 – 30,087 miles
  • 2012 – 27,084 miles
  • 2011 – 24,637 miles
  • 2010 – 21,607 miles
  • 2009 – 18,770 miles
  • 2008 – 16,645 miles
  • 2007 – 14,589 miles
  • 2006 – 12,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,058 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,058 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    808808854379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail78,058 miles (+2,743)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    564036401076
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    327023957293
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail75,315 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    335358394377
    • MajorFront Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play both top mounts bearings missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    905262531454
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f,o/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre starting to get low in tread

  6. Pass71,199 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,199 miles
    Test number
    762839051414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,304 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,304 miles
    Test number
    722389061172
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail67,301 miles (+5,174)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    569235040145
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,127 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,127 miles
    Test number
    886665106914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,013 miles (+5,251)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,013 miles
    Test number
    517790582734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,762 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,762 miles
    Test number
    529611264543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,761 miles (+11,930)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,761 miles
    Test number
    758828289317
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass44,831 miles (+1,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,831 miles
    Test number
    571667695604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge thin on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass43,410 miles (+2,344)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,410 miles
    Test number
    723366319314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,066 miles (+4,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,066 miles
    Test number
    791254184164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass36,657 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    36,657 miles
    Test number
    836173640615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,599 miles
    Test number
    338386164235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,599 miles (+3,352)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,599 miles
    Test number
    690387799259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass32,247 miles (+2,160)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,247 miles
    Test number
    428618324297
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall crack

  20. Pass30,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,087 miles
    Test number
    849425643265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,087 miles (+3,003)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,087 miles
    Test number
    208695843298
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass27,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,084 miles
    Test number
    956995292057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,084 miles (+2,447)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,084 miles
    Test number
    345065992003
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass24,637 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,637 miles
    Test number
    299365691062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,607 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    21,607 miles
    Test number
    912115860023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,598 miles (+2,828)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,598 miles
    Test number
    132944160468
    • FailureRear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass18,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,770 miles
    Test number
    170473769051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,770 miles (+2,125)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,770 miles
    Test number
    180672469085
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass16,645 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,645 miles
    Test number
    373156568004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass14,589 miles (+1,984)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,589 miles
    Test number
    421553947000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass12,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,605 miles
    Test number
    930599956078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 AVL

Does LF02 AVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 AVL is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 AVL?
The MOT on LF02 AVL is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 AVL done?
LF02 AVL was recorded at 78,058 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 3,247 miles a year.
Has LF02 AVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 AVL has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 AVL 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 LF02 AVL find?
LF02 AVL passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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