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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LL08 MZUMOT history

LL08 MZU is a white petrol MINI first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 117,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2025.

LL08 MZU white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2026
Mileage
117,388 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 MZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 MZU was last recorded at 117,388 miles on 12 Apr 2025, 4,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,454 miles · 12 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,934 miles
Average per year
7,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,388 miles
  • 2024 – 112,454 miles
  • 2023 – 109,322 miles
  • 2022 – 104,430 miles
  • 2020 – 99,709 miles
  • 2019 – 89,882 miles
  • 2018 – 72,847 miles
  • 2017 – 53,479 miles
  • 2016 – 47,405 miles
  • 2015 – 39,637 miles
  • 2014 – 35,263 miles
  • 2013 – 29,932 miles
  • 2012 – 18,748 miles
  • 2011 – 17,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,388 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front track rod end has had heat applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front has had heat applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,388 miles (+4,934)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,388 miles
    Test number
    398469058613
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass112,454 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,454 miles
    Test number
    932944809361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,322 miles (+4,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,322 miles
    Test number
    320816936745
    • 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))
  4. Pass104,430 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,430 miles
    Test number
    360970119077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,709 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,709 miles
    Test number
    773788027852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,685 miles (+9,803)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,685 miles
    Test number
    895373737387
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass89,882 miles (+35)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,882 miles
    Test number
    408144805444
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end has had heat applied
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has had heat applied
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread
  8. Fail89,847 miles (+17,000)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,847 miles
    Test number
    738928890411
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end has had heat applied
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear flexible hose not in clips
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has had heat applied
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake hose not in clips
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread
  9. Pass72,847 miles (+19,368)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,847 miles
    Test number
    202137581980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,479 miles
    Test number
    319631066799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,479 miles (+6,074)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,479 miles
    Test number
    925427129438
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Pass47,405 miles (+7,768)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    47,405 miles
    Test number
    612465577856
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45R17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45R17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass39,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    39,637 miles
    Test number
    790005086144
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Fail39,637 miles (+4,374)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,637 miles
    Test number
    411616608146
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass35,263 miles (+5,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,263 miles
    Test number
    536290334393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass29,932 miles (+11,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,932 miles
    Test number
    559009003111
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  17. Pass18,748 miles (+1,398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    18,748 miles
    Test number
    636589722141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass17,350 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    17,350 miles
    Test number
    429507381234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,320 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,320 miles
    Test number
    848312351245
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LL08 MZU

Does LL08 MZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 MZU expired on 11 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 MZU?
The MOT on LL08 MZU expired on 11 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 MZU done?
LL08 MZU was recorded at 117,388 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2025, an average of 7,363 miles a year.
Has LL08 MZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 MZU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LL08 MZU 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 MZU find?
LL08 MZU passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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