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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

LL09 VAUMOT history

LL09 VAU is a grey petrol MINI first used on 30 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2024.

LL09 VAU grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2025
Mileage
113,803 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 VAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 VAU was last recorded at 113,803 miles on 20 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,803 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,803 miles
  • 2023 – 110,161 miles
  • 2022 – 98,868 miles
  • 2021 – 90,151 miles
  • 2020 – 88,655 miles
  • 2019 – 82,728 miles
  • 2018 – 71,615 miles
  • 2017 – 62,491 miles
  • 2016 – 52,476 miles
  • 2015 – 45,061 miles
  • 2014 – 36,593 miles
  • 2013 – 27,591 miles
  • 2012 – 21,442 miles
  • 2011 – 16,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,803 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair pair slightly grabbing (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,803 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    113,803 miles
    Test number
    975610602400
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair pair slightly grabbing (1.2.1 (c))
  2. Fail113,803 miles (+3,642)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,803 miles
    Test number
    760270261494
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair pair slightly grabbing (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass110,161 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,161 miles
    Test number
    458465944490
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear indicator disconnected
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail110,161 miles (+412)2 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,161 miles
    Test number
    391472133320
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear indicator disconnected
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail109,749 miles (+10,881)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,749 miles
    Test number
    610439321087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass98,868 miles (+8,717)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,868 miles
    Test number
    339983975992
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass90,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,151 miles
    Test number
    307272281286
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail90,151 miles (+1,496)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,151 miles
    Test number
    964239668229
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass88,655 miles (+5,927)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    765081349304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    781204517629
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail82,728 miles (+11,113)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    540246673180
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass71,615 miles (+9,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,615 miles
    Test number
    219405116407
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
  13. Pass62,491 miles (+10,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    183815957298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass52,476 miles (+7,415)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,476 miles
    Test number
    373314783430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,061 miles (+8,468)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    728881592109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,593 miles (+9,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    796215534248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass27,591 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,591 miles
    Test number
    308366233259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,442 miles (+5,055)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,442 miles
    Test number
    407583342248
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration rear number plate.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.
  19. Pass16,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    16,387 miles
    Test number
    359829841474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail16,387 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,387 miles
    Test number
    919909341292
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LL09 VAU

Does LL09 VAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL09 VAU expired on 19 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL09 VAU?
The MOT on LL09 VAU expired on 19 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL09 VAU done?
LL09 VAU was recorded at 113,803 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2024, an average of 7,330 miles a year.
Has LL09 VAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 VAU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LL09 VAU 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 VAU find?
LL09 VAU passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair pair slightly grabbing.

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