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MINI John Cooper Works

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LM61 JBOMOT history

LM61 JBO is a black petrol MINI John Cooper Works first used on 8 Dec 2011. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 103,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
103,098 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 JBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
John Cooper Works
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 JBO was last recorded at 103,098 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 10,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,488 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,610 miles
Average per year
5,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,098 miles
  • 2024 – 92,488 miles
  • 2023 – 90,462 miles
  • 2022 – 87,218 miles
  • 2021 – 83,196 miles
  • 2020 – 80,802 miles
  • 2019 – 77,336 miles
  • 2018 – 73,466 miles
  • 2017 – 68,076 miles
  • 2016 – 64,104 miles
  • 2014 – 39,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,098 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Stonechips to windscreen.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,098 miles (+10,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,098 miles
    Test number
    272914549340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  2. Pass92,488 miles (+2,026)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,488 miles
    Test number
    620337848474
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass90,462 miles (+3,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    326811106204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen.

  4. Pass87,218 miles (+4,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,218 miles
    Test number
    315922911409
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen.
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect rear seats due to set in van mode.

  5. Pass83,196 miles (+2,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,196 miles
    Test number
    260069182475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,802 miles (+3,466)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,802 miles
    Test number
    136886887591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,336 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,336 miles
    Test number
    599839348848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,466 miles (+5,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    73,466 miles
    Test number
    433214243596
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.

  9. Pass68,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    928734201927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,076 miles (+3,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    176608520452
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  11. Pass64,104 miles (+8,558)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,104 miles
    Test number
    302854302830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    845329808641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,546 miles (+16,028)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    819641416499
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass39,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,518 miles
    Test number
    118039344359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,518 miles2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,518 miles
    Test number
    178486644374
    • DangerousBrake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • DangerousBrake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LM61 JBO

Does LM61 JBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 JBO expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 JBO?
The MOT on LM61 JBO expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 JBO done?
LM61 JBO was recorded at 103,098 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 5,864 miles a year.
Has LM61 JBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 JBO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on LM61 JBO 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 JBO find?
LM61 JBO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear sensor; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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