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White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LP04 HLPMOT history

LP04 HLP is a white diesel MINI first used on 5 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LP04 HLP white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
96,678 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP04 HLP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP04 HLP was last recorded at 96,678 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 10,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,679 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,999 miles
Average per year
5,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,678 miles
  • 2025 – 85,679 miles
  • 2024 – 84,496 miles
  • 2023 – 82,750 miles
  • 2022 – 81,390 miles
  • 2021 – 80,398 miles
  • 2020 – 79,865 miles
  • 2019 – 78,124 miles
  • 2018 – 74,554 miles
  • 2017 – 68,216 miles
  • 2016 – 58,375 miles
  • 2015 – 46,800 miles
  • 2014 – 33,934 miles
  • 2013 – 23,552 miles
  • 2012 – 19,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,678 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront tpms light on
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip in windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    96,678 miles
    Test number
    780679551084
    • AdvisoryFront tpms light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail96,666 miles (+10,987)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,666 miles
    Test number
    491555994423
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tpms light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass85,679 miles (+1,183)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    920635662027
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass84,496 miles (+63)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,496 miles
    Test number
    863681552055
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both sides (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Fail84,433 miles (+1,683)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,433 miles
    Test number
    979580459752
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both sides (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Pass82,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    421711740485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,750 miles (+1,360)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    691550593481
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2054517 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass81,390 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,390 miles
    Test number
    117473183968
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm slightly play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail81,390 miles (+992)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,390 miles
    Test number
    114917237247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm slightly play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass80,398 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,398 miles
    Test number
    940162358084
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering inner arm slight play

  11. Fail80,398 miles (+533)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,398 miles
    Test number
    448449555213
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low prs (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering inner arm slight play

  12. Pass79,865 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,865 miles
    Test number
    528296923112
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail79,859 miles (+1,735)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,859 miles
    Test number
    655843681059
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass78,124 miles (+3,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,124 miles
    Test number
    919635973617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass74,554 miles (+6,338)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,554 miles
    Test number
    308081280679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,216 miles (+9,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,216 miles
    Test number
    336611752646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm tread (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,375 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,375 miles
    Test number
    911742824301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  18. Fail58,373 miles (+11,573)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,373 miles
    Test number
    842749253213
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  19. Pass46,800 miles (+12,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,800 miles
    Test number
    215949655040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass33,934 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    33,934 miles
    Test number
    278903554061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass33,934 miles (+10,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    33,934 miles
    Test number
    735374044005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass23,552 miles (+4,116)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    23,552 miles
    Test number
    249365413045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    19,436 miles
    Test number
    168091722053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP04 HLP

Does LP04 HLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP04 HLP is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP04 HLP?
The MOT on LP04 HLP is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP04 HLP done?
LP04 HLP was recorded at 96,678 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,430 miles a year.
Has LP04 HLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP04 HLP has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LP04 HLP 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 LP04 HLP find?
LP04 HLP passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front tpms light on; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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