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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LL08 UPYMOT history

LL08 UPY is a silver petrol MINI first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 100,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LL08 UPY silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
100,550 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 UPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 UPY was last recorded at 100,550 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 85 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,465 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
85 miles
Average per year
5,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,550 miles
  • 2025 – 93,950 miles
  • 2024 – 88,574 miles
  • 2023 – 81,113 miles
  • 2022 – 71,903 miles
  • 2021 – 62,759 miles
  • 2020 – 58,083 miles
  • 2019 – 55,617 miles
  • 2018 – 54,747 miles
  • 2017 – 51,548 miles
  • 2016 – 48,967 miles
  • 2015 – 46,022 miles
  • 2014 – 44,039 miles
  • 2013 – 35,794 miles
  • 2012 – 28,965 miles
  • 2011 – 20,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,550 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear parking brake efficiency requirements only just metRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,550 miles (+85)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    100,550 miles
    Test number
    873845781755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  2. Fail100,465 miles (+6,515)3 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,465 miles
    Test number
    819737758672
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall small cuts, not showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  3. Pass93,950 miles (+5,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    109489449916
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,574 miles
    Test number
    921846386559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,574 miles (+7,461)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,574 miles
    Test number
    311357972260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  6. Pass81,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    81,113 miles
    Test number
    814968391128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,113 miles (+9,210)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,113 miles
    Test number
    618274040147
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure excessive cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass71,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    251377156522
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail71,903 miles (+9,144)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    700702641575
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass62,759 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    230845153050
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail62,756 miles (+4,673)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,756 miles
    Test number
    458436294634
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear PARKING BRAKE READING LOW REPAIR OR ADJUSTMENT MAY BE REQUIRED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass58,083 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,083 miles
    Test number
    602831499833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,617 miles
    Test number
    914242394295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,617 miles (+870)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,617 miles
    Test number
    658381980824
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass54,747 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,747 miles
    Test number
    221811527595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  16. Fail54,746 miles (+3,198)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,746 miles
    Test number
    862146765780
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  17. Pass51,548 miles (+2,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,548 miles
    Test number
    762397979098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust box very rusty

  18. Pass48,967 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,967 miles
    Test number
    751109330076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,022 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,022 miles
    Test number
    454760872955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,039 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,039 miles
    Test number
    829163064289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,586 miles (+6,792)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,586 miles
    Test number
    925346304121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,794 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,794 miles
    Test number
    468704143177
    • NoteMinor play in both front lower arm rear bushes
    • NoteO/S/F tyre has runflat fitted, all others are non runflat

  23. Fail35,794 miles (+6,829)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,794 miles
    Test number
    985854843189
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteMinor play in both front lower arm rear bushes
    • NoteO/S/F tyre has runflat fitted, all others are non runflat

  24. Pass28,965 miles (+11)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,965 miles
    Test number
    978546142103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail28,954 miles (+8,817)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,954 miles
    Test number
    136535042115
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass20,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,137 miles
    Test number
    398073941145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,137 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,137 miles
    Test number
    115793741132
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LL08 UPY

Does LL08 UPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 UPY is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 UPY?
The MOT on LL08 UPY is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 UPY done?
LL08 UPY was recorded at 100,550 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 5,228 miles a year.
Has LL08 UPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 UPY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 UPY 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 UPY find?
LL08 UPY passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner surfaces; front oil leak, but not excessive; front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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