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Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,600 cc

LM61 DHVMOT history

LM61 DHV is a blue petrol MINI first used on 4 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 86,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LM61 DHV blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,367 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DHV was last recorded at 86,367 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 9,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,139 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,228 miles
Average per year
7,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,367 miles
  • 2025 – 77,139 miles
  • 2024 – 70,784 miles
  • 2022 – 70,696 miles
  • 2021 – 62,037 miles
  • 2020 – 53,163 miles
  • 2019 – 47,975 miles
  • 2018 – 36,884 miles
  • 2017 – 21,383 miles
  • 2016 – 14,662 miles
  • 2015 – 10,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,367 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Damage to front of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 31 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,367 miles (+9,228)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,367 miles
    Test number
    318663963825
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass77,139 miles (+6,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,139 miles
    Test number
    361559200971
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass70,784 miles (+88)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    70,784 miles
    Test number
    148735913278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front of car
  4. Pass70,696 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    183051568717
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front of vehicle
  5. Fail70,666 miles (+8,629)1 major3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,666 miles
    Test number
    485606056783
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front of vehicle
  6. Pass62,037 miles (+8,874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,037 miles
    Test number
    977917380977
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass53,163 miles (+5,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,163 miles
    Test number
    546673025428
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and tyre perished (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass47,975 miles (+11,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,975 miles
    Test number
    253716763910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass36,884 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    36,884 miles
    Test number
    920384181554
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both break reaction bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Fail36,884 miles (+15,501)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,884 miles
    Test number
    382581485532
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both break reaction bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass21,383 miles (+6,721)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    21,383 miles
    Test number
    894595819394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cracking around tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer cracking around tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cracking around tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer cracking around tyre sidewall
  12. Pass14,662 miles (+4,483)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    14,662 miles
    Test number
    300376631267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    10,179 miles
    Test number
    265450950963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 DHV

Does LM61 DHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 DHV is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DHV?
The MOT on LM61 DHV is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 DHV done?
LM61 DHV was recorded at 86,367 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 7,066 miles a year.
Has LM61 DHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DHV has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LM61 DHV 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 LM61 DHV find?
LM61 DHV passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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