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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LL08 ELUMOT history

LL08 ELU is a silver petrol MINI ONE first used on 16 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LL08 ELU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2026
Mileage
97,555 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 ELU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
ONE
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL08 ELU was last recorded at 97,555 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 3,955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,600 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,955 miles
Average per year
5,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,555 miles
  • 2025 – 93,600 miles
  • 2024 – 88,865 miles
  • 2023 – 82,189 miles
  • 2022 – 82,153 miles
  • 2021 – 81,706 miles
  • 2019 – 66,703 miles
  • 2018 – 55,140 miles
  • 2017 – 48,468 miles
  • 2016 – 41,490 miles
  • 2015 – 35,807 miles
  • 2014 – 30,803 miles
  • 2013 – 26,193 miles
  • 2012 – 21,566 miles
  • 2011 – 16,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,555 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened axle 1 and 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,555 miles (+3,955)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,555 miles
    Test number
    398048367776
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,600 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,600 miles
    Test number
    366348172330
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,553 miles (+4,688)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,553 miles
    Test number
    173214561893
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,865 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,865 miles
    Test number
    255070438703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail88,865 miles (+6,676)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,865 miles
    Test number
    223992764495
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass82,189 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,189 miles
    Test number
    397486414112
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened axle 1 and 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail82,186 miles (+33)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,186 miles
    Test number
    987506709476
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened marked yellow near o/s/f wheel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened axle 1 and 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail82,153 miles (+447)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,153 miles
    Test number
    478317910626
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  9. Pass81,706 miles (+262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    842743555430
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail81,444 miles (+14,741)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,444 miles
    Test number
    821089820413
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass66,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    212964084873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,702 miles (+11,562)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,702 miles
    Test number
    360165785111
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass55,140 miles (+6,672)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    506302266433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,468 miles (+6,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,468 miles
    Test number
    183629510265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass41,490 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,490 miles
    Test number
    309699652137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,470 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,470 miles
    Test number
    521247951299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted obscuring some items

  17. Fail39,465 miles (+3,658)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,465 miles
    Test number
    475661435593
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted obscuring some items

  18. Pass35,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,807 miles
    Test number
    418419035155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,807 miles (+5,004)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,807 miles
    Test number
    818839735185
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,803 miles (+4,610)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,803 miles
    Test number
    428754034139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,193 miles (+4,627)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,193 miles
    Test number
    557071943159
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc inner surface heavily corrodded

  22. Pass21,566 miles (+4,799)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,566 miles
    Test number
    766923342178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,767 miles
    Test number
    909636331123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL08 ELU

Does LL08 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 ELU expired on 11 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 ELU?
The MOT on LL08 ELU expired on 11 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 ELU done?
LL08 ELU was recorded at 97,555 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 5,514 miles a year.
Has LL08 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 ELU has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 ELU 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 LL08 ELU find?
LL08 ELU failed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; central exhaust system insecure, and 5 more.

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