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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LK56 LAOMOT history

LK56 LAO is a grey petrol MINI first used on 18 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 76,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

LK56 LAO grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
76,463 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 LAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 LAO was last recorded at 76,463 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 2,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,905 miles · 2 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,558 miles
Average per year
3,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,463 miles
  • 2024 – 73,905 miles
  • 2023 – 70,554 miles
  • 2022 – 67,196 miles
  • 2021 – 65,018 miles
  • 2020 – 62,673 miles
  • 2019 – 58,917 miles
  • 2018 – 54,037 miles
  • 2017 – 52,524 miles
  • 2016 – 46,526 miles
  • 2015 – 40,520 miles
  • 2014 – 35,143 miles
  • 2013 – 31,488 miles
  • 2012 – 26,306 miles
  • 2011 – 20,018 miles
  • 2010 – 15,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,463 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Both rear seat belts slow to retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,463 miles (+2,558)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    76,463 miles
    Test number
    110615722878
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,905 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,905 miles
    Test number
    497791297661
    • AdvisoryBoth rear seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail73,901 miles (+3,347)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    990019278821
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Both rear boxes (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass70,554 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,554 miles
    Test number
    460595948903
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail70,550 miles (+3,354)3 major2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,550 miles
    Test number
    986320082000
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass67,196 miles (+2,178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,196 miles
    Test number
    586669711137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass65,018 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    65,018 miles
    Test number
    255217644961
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail65,018 miles (+2,345)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,018 miles
    Test number
    870874814322
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,673 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,673 miles
    Test number
    861797467474
    • AdvisoryNo coolant on header tank(topped up with water for time being)

  10. Fail62,673 miles (+3,756)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,673 miles
    Test number
    860650181670
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant on header tank(topped up with water for time being)

  11. Pass58,917 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,917 miles
    Test number
    520480948563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail58,917 miles (+4,880)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,917 miles
    Test number
    487454644574
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass54,037 miles (+1,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    54,037 miles
    Test number
    582653418512
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded

  14. Pass52,524 miles (+5,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,524 miles
    Test number
    183509142524
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass46,526 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,526 miles
    Test number
    814189177727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail46,526 miles (+6,006)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,526 miles
    Test number
    858434320700
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass40,520 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,520 miles
    Test number
    146080305199
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust backbox corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wipers split

  18. Fail40,520 miles (+5,377)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,520 miles
    Test number
    758210605116
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust backbox corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wipers split

  19. Pass35,143 miles (+3,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,143 miles
    Test number
    525449414194
    • NoteRear number plate cracked

  20. Pass31,488 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,488 miles
    Test number
    706071423156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,446 miles (+5,140)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,446 miles
    Test number
    189620113108
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass26,306 miles (+6,288)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,306 miles
    Test number
    525666382054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass20,018 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,018 miles
    Test number
    166084571093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail20,003 miles (+4,842)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,003 miles
    Test number
    109228261023
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise front brakes slightly worn
    • NoteAdvise n/s inner wheel rims damaged
    • NoteAdvise rear discs slightly worn
    • NoteStrong advise n/s/r tyre worn and feathered on the inner edge
    • NoteVery strong advise o/s/r tyre bald and feathered on the inner edge

  25. Pass15,161 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    15,161 miles
    Test number
    344914350016
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r wheel rim slightly damaged on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres getting worn and feathered on the inner edges
    • NoteStrong advise n/s/f inner wheel rim damaged

Questions about LK56 LAO

Does LK56 LAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 LAO expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 LAO?
The MOT on LK56 LAO expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 LAO done?
LK56 LAO was recorded at 76,463 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 3,938 miles a year.
Has LK56 LAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 LAO has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LK56 LAO 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 LK56 LAO find?
LK56 LAO passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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