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Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

LM59 VEKMOT history

LM59 VEK is a silver petrol MINI first used on 4 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 88,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2025.

LM59 VEK silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2026
Mileage
88,297 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 VEK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM59 VEK was last recorded at 88,297 miles on 26 Feb 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,285 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
5,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,297 miles
  • 2024 – 83,585 miles
  • 2023 – 77,926 miles
  • 2022 – 74,815 miles
  • 2021 – 67,521 miles
  • 2020 – 63,625 miles
  • 2019 – 55,756 miles
  • 2018 – 51,872 miles
  • 2017 – 42,561 miles
  • 2016 – 37,955 miles
  • 2015 – 29,282 miles
  • 2014 – 22,260 miles
  • 2012 – 15,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,297 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,297 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,297 miles
    Test number
    446684811055
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,285 miles (+4,700)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,285 miles
    Test number
    826198938680
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,585 miles (+5,659)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,585 miles
    Test number
    280060273189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,926 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,926 miles
    Test number
    609212234713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,867 miles (+3,052)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,867 miles
    Test number
    903086832942
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass74,815 miles (+7,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,815 miles
    Test number
    373527844740
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn WHISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,521 miles (+3,896)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,521 miles
    Test number
    454081144164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,625 miles (+7,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,625 miles
    Test number
    524569274398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass55,756 miles (+3,884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,756 miles
    Test number
    307371104624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass51,872 miles (+9,311)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,872 miles
    Test number
    394509547606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,561 miles (+4,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    42,561 miles
    Test number
    668496686720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass37,955 miles (+8,673)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,955 miles
    Test number
    503537798285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,282 miles (+7,022)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,282 miles
    Test number
    785018835025
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass22,260 miles (+6,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    22,260 miles
    Test number
    425984744050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass15,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    15,402 miles
    Test number
    337304432360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail15,402 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,402 miles
    Test number
    709634632365
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LM59 VEK

Does LM59 VEK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM59 VEK expired on 25 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM59 VEK?
The MOT on LM59 VEK expired on 25 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM59 VEK done?
LM59 VEK was recorded at 88,297 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2025, an average of 5,954 miles a year.
Has LM59 VEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 VEK has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM59 VEK 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 LM59 VEK find?
LM59 VEK passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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