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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LO08 FZTMOT history

LO08 FZT is a black diesel MINI first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 135,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

LO08 FZT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
135,266 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FZT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FZT was last recorded at 135,266 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 4,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,111 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,155 miles
Average per year
6,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,266 miles
  • 2025 – 131,111 miles
  • 2024 – 127,743 miles
  • 2023 – 123,976 miles
  • 2022 – 119,260 miles
  • 2021 – 114,979 miles
  • 2020 – 111,465 miles
  • 2019 – 107,663 miles
  • 2018 – 104,065 miles
  • 2017 – 100,818 miles
  • 2016 – 95,372 miles
  • 2015 – 86,982 miles
  • 2014 – 78,251 miles
  • 2013 – 67,360 miles
  • 2012 – 51,373 miles
  • 2011 – 32,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,266 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    135,266 miles
    Test number
    347690798120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail135,266 miles (+4,155)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,266 miles
    Test number
    587829994186
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin turbo leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect polish required or replace (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass131,111 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    131,111 miles
    Test number
    471954894032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEtxra main beam fitted in way of external lamp to headlamp this doubles as a main beam but doesnt work however the factory fitted one does

  4. Fail131,111 miles (+3,368)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,111 miles
    Test number
    292183719552
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEtxra main beam fitted in way of external lamp to headlamp this doubles as a main beam but doesnt work however the factory fitted one does

  5. Pass127,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    127,743 miles
    Test number
    389068214704
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres just legal 195/55r16 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail127,743 miles (+3,767)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,743 miles
    Test number
    806076269554
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres just legal 195/55r16 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass123,976 miles (+4,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    123,976 miles
    Test number
    149242968258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,260 miles
    Test number
    641592126086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,260 miles (+4,281)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,260 miles
    Test number
    331067165343
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass114,979 miles (+3,514)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,979 miles
    Test number
    462919269723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,465 miles (+203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,465 miles
    Test number
    944725244236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Fail111,262 miles (+3,599)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,262 miles
    Test number
    324242216284
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass107,663 miles (+3,598)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,663 miles
    Test number
    364131064983
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass104,065 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,065 miles
    Test number
    930284933854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,818 miles (+5,446)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,818 miles
    Test number
    538396815884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,372 miles (+8,390)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,372 miles
    Test number
    943882777726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,982 miles (+8,731)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,982 miles
    Test number
    745419545189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,251 miles (+10,891)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    355324964159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,360 miles (+15,987)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    609781663105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,373 miles (+18,571)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,373 miles
    Test number
    559497972191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to deteriorate and split at ends of blades
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass32,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,802 miles
    Test number
    808234161162
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LO08 FZT

Does LO08 FZT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FZT is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FZT?
The MOT on LO08 FZT is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 FZT done?
LO08 FZT was recorded at 135,266 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 6,833 miles a year.
Has LO08 FZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FZT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 FZT 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 LO08 FZT find?
LO08 FZT passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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