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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LK56 LCWMOT history

LK56 LCW is a silver petrol MINI first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LK56 LCW silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,534 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 LCW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 LCW was last recorded at 90,534 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,474 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
4,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,534 miles
  • 2025 – 90,474 miles
  • 2024 – 87,588 miles
  • 2023 – 80,749 miles
  • 2022 – 71,606 miles
  • 2021 – 66,958 miles
  • 2020 – 66,600 miles
  • 2019 – 64,674 miles
  • 2018 – 62,148 miles
  • 2017 – 58,765 miles
  • 2016 – 55,289 miles
  • 2015 – 51,703 miles
  • 2014 – 47,988 miles
  • 2012 – 42,041 miles
  • 2011 – 38,503 miles
  • 2010 – 32,708 miles
  • 2009 – 19,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,534 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,534 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,534 miles
    Test number
    952602236997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,474 miles (+2,886)10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,474 miles
    Test number
    733802914388
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil cap missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,588 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    118666036650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,584 miles (+6,835)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,584 miles
    Test number
    287937732406
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass80,749 miles (+9,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,749 miles
    Test number
    164974452514
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass71,606 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,606 miles
    Test number
    801323031946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,605 miles (+4,647)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,605 miles
    Test number
    429568829067
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass66,958 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    66,958 miles
    Test number
    446450181526
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  9. Fail66,953 miles (+353)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    988786769091
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps don't switch off on switch

  10. Pass66,600 miles (+1,926)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    66,600 miles
    Test number
    188514844117
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust outer casing peeling but not blowing or insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass64,674 miles (+2,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    64,674 miles
    Test number
    231045004148
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust outer casing coming adrift but not dangerous

  12. Pass62,148 miles (+3,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,148 miles
    Test number
    587927040639
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust back box outer casing coming adrift but not blowing.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass58,765 miles (+3,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,765 miles
    Test number
    683430569659
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases outer layers coming apart (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass55,289 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,289 miles
    Test number
    207526263492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,219 miles (+3,516)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,219 miles
    Test number
    208815664305
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass51,703 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,703 miles
    Test number
    547479775065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,988 miles
    Test number
    176995684436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,988 miles (+5,947)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,988 miles
    Test number
    167145484002
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass42,041 miles (+3,538)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    42,041 miles
    Test number
    415131932476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,503 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,503 miles
    Test number
    198428521323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,456 miles (+5,748)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,456 miles
    Test number
    488535821316
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass32,708 miles (+13,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,708 miles
    Test number
    110213740315
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass19,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,601 miles
    Test number
    224728939367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,601 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,601 miles
    Test number
    851958639338
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LK56 LCW

Does LK56 LCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 LCW is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 LCW?
The MOT on LK56 LCW 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 LK56 LCW done?
LK56 LCW was recorded at 90,534 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,327 miles a year.
Has LK56 LCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 LCW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 LCW 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 LCW find?
LK56 LCW passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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