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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LL09 VAEMOT history

LL09 VAE is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 70,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

LL09 VAE black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
70,972 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 VAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 VAE was last recorded at 70,972 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,182 miles · 2 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
790 miles
Average per year
3,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,972 miles
  • 2024 – 70,182 miles
  • 2023 – 69,995 miles
  • 2022 – 68,283 miles
  • 2021 – 66,217 miles
  • 2020 – 64,914 miles
  • 2019 – 63,197 miles
  • 2018 – 58,621 miles
  • 2017 – 53,419 miles
  • 2016 – 48,985 miles
  • 2015 – 44,650 miles
  • 2014 – 39,014 miles
  • 2013 – 32,492 miles
  • 2012 – 25,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Engine has oil sweat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    971169209475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,972 miles (+790)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,972 miles
    Test number
    872892071712
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective Brake wear warning wire cable tied out the way ( not fitted in position) (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted , obscuring testable components
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section deteriorated , leaking and very weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides very lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Strut top mounts separating around centre of bush
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Jacking pad missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Substantial leak , covering under body and suspension components - at time of test no contamination to brakes , poor condition (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides very pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appear very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass70,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    70,182 miles
    Test number
    556006048190
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail70,182 miles (+187)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,182 miles
    Test number
    826599545681
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,995 miles (+1,712)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    69,995 miles
    Test number
    889745461417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,283 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,283 miles
    Test number
    627571171571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,282 miles (+2,065)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,282 miles
    Test number
    950369850975
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass66,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    66,217 miles
    Test number
    956408106214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,217 miles (+1,303)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,217 miles
    Test number
    152533400744
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass64,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    486246299127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,914 miles (+1,717)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    456064680917
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,197 miles (+4,576)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    63,197 miles
    Test number
    703838053418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,621 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,621 miles
    Test number
    226782867611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,620 miles (+5,201)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,620 miles
    Test number
    423621786384
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass53,419 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,419 miles
    Test number
    851639492443
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil sweat

  16. Fail53,415 miles (+4,430)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,415 miles
    Test number
    556292205390
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil sweat

  17. Pass48,985 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    512378821159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,650 miles (+5,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,650 miles
    Test number
    995766975159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,014 miles (+6,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,014 miles
    Test number
    597592664191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass32,492 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,492 miles
    Test number
    315446763144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,462 miles (+6,935)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,462 miles
    Test number
    786115163141
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

  22. Pass25,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,527 miles
    Test number
    229609772455
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail25,527 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,527 miles
    Test number
    779979572107
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL09 VAE

Does LL09 VAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 VAE is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL09 VAE?
The MOT on LL09 VAE is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 VAE done?
LL09 VAE was recorded at 70,972 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 3,416 miles a year.
Has LL09 VAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 VAE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LL09 VAE 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 LL09 VAE find?
LL09 VAE passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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