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MINI (R60)

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LO04 REAMOT history

LO04 REA is a grey petrol MINI (R60) first used on 2 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 72,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

LO04 REA grey MINI Countryman – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
72,054 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 REA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R60)
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 REA was last recorded at 72,054 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 4,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,231 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,823 miles
Average per year
3,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,054 miles
  • 2025 – 67,231 miles
  • 2024 – 61,320 miles
  • 2023 – 55,211 miles
  • 2022 – 51,736 miles
  • 2021 – 46,969 miles
  • 2020 – 44,053 miles
  • 2019 – 42,192 miles
  • 2018 – 39,545 miles
  • 2017 – 36,937 miles
  • 2016 – 32,930 miles
  • 2015 – 27,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,054 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,054 miles (+4,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    72,054 miles
    Test number
    356196832809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass67,231 miles (+5,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,231 miles
    Test number
    472999410254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass61,320 miles (+6,109)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    61,320 miles
    Test number
    588094750080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,211 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    55,211 miles
    Test number
    839547988780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail55,211 miles (+3,475)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,211 miles
    Test number
    317271398654
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass51,736 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,736 miles
    Test number
    482605424074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail51,723 miles (+4,754)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,723 miles
    Test number
    802023646784
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass46,969 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,969 miles
    Test number
    823467644055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On tread area 205/60 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail46,969 miles (+2,916)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,969 miles
    Test number
    336560133015
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On tread area 205/60 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass44,053 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    44,053 miles
    Test number
    640327568058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,192 miles
    Test number
    346123740505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,192 miles (+2,647)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,192 miles
    Test number
    731532933936
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass39,545 miles (+2,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    39,545 miles
    Test number
    204914165963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass36,937 miles (+4,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,937 miles
    Test number
    414262803646
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass32,930 miles (+5,268)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    32,930 miles
    Test number
    925918114611
    • AdvisoryNail nearside rear tyre.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil level below minimum.

  16. Pass27,662 miles (+91)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    27,662 miles
    Test number
    196438115291
    • NoteDiscs worn
    • NoteFront tyres 3mm
    • NoteWipers smearing

  17. Fail27,571 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,571 miles
    Test number
    519021415262
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDiscs worn
    • NoteFront tyres 3mm
    • NoteWipers smearing

Questions about LO04 REA

Does LO04 REA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 REA is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 REA?
The MOT on LO04 REA is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 REA done?
LO04 REA was recorded at 72,054 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 3,997 miles a year.
Has LO04 REA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 REA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LO04 REA 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 LO04 REA find?
LO04 REA passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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