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Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,600 cc

LM61 HZEMOT history

LM61 HZE is a blue petrol MINI Cooper Auto first used on 26 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LM61 HZE blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,317 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 HZE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper Auto
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 HZE was last recorded at 94,317 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 7,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,607 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,710 miles
Average per year
5,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,317 miles
  • 2025 – 86,607 miles
  • 2024 – 80,208 miles
  • 2023 – 71,973 miles
  • 2022 – 63,807 miles
  • 2021 – 57,113 miles
  • 2020 – 54,527 miles
  • 2018 – 49,081 miles
  • 2017 – 41,993 miles
  • 2016 – 35,534 miles
  • 2015 – 35,449 miles
  • 2014 – 31,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,317 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,317 miles
    Test number
    157162723639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,317 miles (+7,710)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,317 miles
    Test number
    907645211658
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass86,607 miles (+6,399)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,607 miles
    Test number
    574244484246
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass80,208 miles (+61)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,208 miles
    Test number
    173125838831
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail80,147 miles (+8,174)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,147 miles
    Test number
    550593387496
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass71,973 miles (+93)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,973 miles
    Test number
    698245721451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail71,880 miles (+8,073)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,880 miles
    Test number
    431821161865
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass63,807 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,807 miles
    Test number
    354594814579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,113 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,113 miles
    Test number
    831122742710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,527 miles (+5,446)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,527 miles
    Test number
    963479210870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,081 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    972086266011
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate lamp on (4.1.D.4)
  12. Fail49,081 miles (+7,088)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    953111917229
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened scored (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate lamp on (4.1.D.4)
  13. Pass41,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,993 miles
    Test number
    706465857053
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Fail41,993 miles (+6,459)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,993 miles
    Test number
    119659238819
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass35,534 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    35,534 miles
    Test number
    229762508063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,449 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    35,449 miles
    Test number
    899943352468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,015 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    31,015 miles
    Test number
    989185794293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM61 HZE

Does LM61 HZE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 HZE is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 HZE?
The MOT on LM61 HZE is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 HZE done?
LM61 HZE was recorded at 94,317 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 5,586 miles a year.
Has LM61 HZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 HZE has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 HZE 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 HZE find?
LM61 HZE passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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